What Parts of the Mouth Do People Usually Forget to Clean?
While the old adage states “Brush only the ones you want to keep”, we definitely don’t condone that behavior. Not only do we recommend cleaning all your teeth, here are a few other areas of the mouth that are often overlooked. Tongue – Like all other parts of the mouth, the tongue can accumulate debris … Continue reading What Parts of the Mouth Do People Usually Forget to Clean?
3 Ways Popcorn Can Ruin Your Mouth
How many times have you bitten into an under-popped popcorn kernel and felt it violently clash with your teeth. For a split second you worry that the kernel actually damaged the tooth and you swear you’ll never eat popcorn again. But then you realize that you’re fine and continue to pop another piece in your … Continue reading 3 Ways Popcorn Can Ruin Your Mouth
Wax On vs. Wax Off
If you’ve ever shopped for dental floss – and you really should – you may have noticed that there are two varieties of nylon floss sold: waxed and unwaxed. Although most people prefer the sturdiness of floss coated in wax, many find that the added layer of wax can sometimes be difficult to comfortably fit … Continue reading Wax On vs. Wax Off
Everything in Moderation (Including Fluoride)
While fluoride is essential for creating a healthy, thick enamel layer on teeth, if too much of it is present, especially at a key point in a child’s dental development, a condition called fluorosis can occur. This condition presents itself most commonly in children as old as nine in the form of discoloration of teeth, … Continue reading Everything in Moderation (Including Fluoride)
How Does Bacteria Cause an Infection in the Mouth? From Plaque to Abscess
Serious dental infections all start simply enough, bacteria lands on some food stuck to a tooth and starts eating. As the bacteria replicate they start forming a biofilm, a layer of bacteria, that we know as dental plaque. As the bacteria continue to feast, they start producing acid as a byproduct. This acid starts eroding … Continue reading How Does Bacteria Cause an Infection in the Mouth? From Plaque to Abscess
4 Most Common Ways People Chip Their Teeth
There are many ways for people to chip their teeth; some are preventable, and others are not. By discussing the most common ways teeth get chipped, we’re hoping you’re armed with enough knowledge so that you don’t find yourself in this situation. Here are some of the most common ways people chip teeth and how … Continue reading 4 Most Common Ways People Chip Their Teeth
The Dental Impact of Switching to Diet Containing Refined Carbs
For the longest time, the Alaskan natives were semi-nomadic and subsisting off of hunting and fishing. However, sometime around 1920, some started developing more permanent settlements. An analysis of their diet in 1955-1957 painstakingly measured the amount of macronutrients (i.e. fat, carbs, and protein). Then in 1965, another dietary analysis was performed, this time through … Continue reading The Dental Impact of Switching to Diet Containing Refined Carbs
The Battleground At the Root of An Infected Tooth
When a tooth is so badly infected that the bacteria make their way through the entire tooth and reach the gums beneath, the result is a painful infection at the base of the tooth (known as a periapical lesion). In addition to the general inflammatory pain at the site of infection, any pressure applied on … Continue reading The Battleground At the Root of An Infected Tooth
5 Badass Dentists in History
There are some historical badasses, some of which you may have even heard of, that also happened to be dentists. We’ll start with the most famous and work our way down. Paul Revere – This Patriot that played some key roles in the American Revolution was also a dentist for a short period of time. … Continue reading 5 Badass Dentists in History
Is Your City Fluoridating Their water? Here’s One That Didn’t
Although scientists have already provided ample evidence that fluoridating drinking water can help reduce dental carries (cavities), many cities still choose to forego fluoridation. If your city is choosing to stop fluoridating their water or if the water isn’t currently being fluoridated, this story of what happened in Juneau, Alaska might be a wake-up call. … Continue reading Is Your City Fluoridating Their water? Here’s One That Didn’t
