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Best Practices to Care for Your Teeth at Home
Everyone has to go to the dentist. In fact, it’s recommended that you go at least twice a year. That being said, you can’t rely on your Bradenton dentist for everything. You also have to do your part at home to keep your smile looking great. When asked, though, most people say that they are already practicing good oral hygiene…
Continue readingGum Care Awareness Month
Live Longer With Healthy Gums September is Gum Care Awareness Month, but good gum care isn’t limited to the month of September. It should be a year-long habit. Gum disease is the major cause of tooth loss in those who are 35 and older, and it’s been linked to the onset of other serious diseases, such as: CancerDementiaDiabetesHeart diseaseHigh blood…
Continue readingBasic Dental Care in Bradenton
If you take proper care of your teeth and gums at home, you will be on track to have a healthy smile for life. To do this, you need to have a basic dental care routine for your teeth, mouth, and gums that you perform each day. If you’d like to learn more about the best dental care habits you…
Continue readingEmergency Dentist in Bradenton
Whatever time during the day that’s most inconvenient for you is likely when you’ll have an emergency arise. In addition to the pain and discomfort you’re probably in if you have a dental emergency, you may be wondering whom to call. Having an emergency preparedness list of numbers can be very helpful for those times when an emergency arises. Not…
Continue readingWhat to Expect With a Tooth Extraction
If going to the dentist for a tooth extraction fills you with dread at the least and absolute terror at best, you’re not alone. The term is odontophobia, and it afflicts more than 75 percent of adults. It’s understandable: The dentist’s office is filled with very sharp instruments and very noisy power tools. However, knowing why you need the procedure,…
Continue readingUnderstanding Sensitive Teeth
Does pain from your sensitive teeth cause you to enjoy life less? Do you have to avoid your favorite foods and beverages because of tooth pain? Or do you avoid outdoor sports because the cold air makes your teeth hurt? Then you probably have sensitive teeth, but the pain can be easily eliminated so that you can enjoy your life…
Continue readingCavity Prevention Advice for Everyone
Routine dental care is essential when it comes to preventing tooth decay and cavities. While you may be tempted to get lazy every now and then and skip out on daily oral health tasks, doing so can have truly negative effects on your health and wellness. People who have untreated tooth decay and/or cavities are at a higher risk of…
Continue readingReasons and Remedies for Tooth Discoloration
Teeth discoloration is common, but it can still be embarrassing. Bright white teeth make you look younger and healthier. There are many reasons your teeth can look dull and dingy, but not to worry, your dentist can help you get your attractive smile back. What Causes Stained Teeth? There are many reasons you could have discolored teeth, so it is…
Continue readingWhy Flossing Is a Must, Not a Maybe
Flossing is indeed a must to help avoid certain dental diseases, but most people don’t do it. Recent studies show that many Americans lie to their dentist about how often they floss their teeth. Unfortunately, when it comes to flossing, most people would rather be doing anything else, including less than desirable chores around the house. For dentists, it can…
Continue readingCauses of Bleeding Gums and Gum Disease
Finding Out About Periodontal Disease The evils of tooth decay and cavities are well known, however the imminent danger that is posed by gum disease is less known. Gum disease is also referred to as periodontal disease. This is a group of conditions that attack the health of your gums and eventually leads to losing your teeth. Periodontal disease can…
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