Most people know at least one person that has had to get a dental filling, but what are they and why are they needed? A dental filling is used to restore function to a tooth by filling in missing parts from, for example, a cavity or other external trauma. Before a filling or restoration can [...]
Have you heard of Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome? Do you know what the Temporomandibular Joint is? If you answered “No” to either of these questions, keep reading! The TMJ is what connects the lower jaw to the skull: this is the joint just in front of the ear, and there are two on every person’s face. [...]
Cosmetic dentistry is made up of services that are used to improve the look of the teeth or gums, but not necessarily the health or function. Cosmetic dentistry is not recognized as a specialty dentistry area by the American Dental Association. What Are Common Cosmetic Dentistry Options? Bonding, in which a dental composite is applied [...]
When Veneers were invented by a dentist in California, their main use was for temporarily changing the appearance of an actor’s teeth for the film industry. Since they were held on by denture adhesive, they fell off after a short while, but it was discovered – thanks to some research that was started in 1982 [...]
About Dental Services Dentists provide a large variety of dental services that are important to maintaining a healthy mouth. What are some common dental services, how do they help, and how can you find out more about the services that your dentist provides? Cleaning and Dental Hygiene Dentists have specialty tools and materials that go [...]
What are “wisdom teeth”? Your wisdom teeth are the four molars at the very back of your mouth that often grow in between the ages of 17 and 25. Since human mouths have evolved to be smaller than they were at one time, many people don’t have room for their wisdom teeth, and they don’t [...]
Halitosis, also referred to as “bad breath”, is a minor health issue in the scheme of things, but deemed so important by people that it keeps the gum, breath spray and mouthwash industries afloat since we spend millions of dollars each year on these products. What Causes Halitosis? You’re probably familiar with garlic breath. Well, [...]
Gum disease, also known as gingivitis, is an inflammation of the gums. It’s a type of periodontal disease, which involves inflammation and/or infection which destroys your teeth’s supporting tissues – gums, ligaments and tooth sockets. What Causes Gum Disease? Gum disease is, simply put, caused by plaque deposits. Plaque is a sticky substance made of [...]
That sharp, needle-like pain when something cold or something hot touches your teeth – that actually has a cause. It’s not something that only you have, many people around the world suffer from tooth sensitivity, but what causes it and what can be done to ease the pain? Wear, Tear and Recession When your gums [...]
Fluoride is something you may know of from stories about it being in the drinking water (in many places, this is true) – but what is it, really? This substance is a mineral that’s found in the earth’s crust, soil, water (fresh and salt) and some foods. It helps prevent tooth decay by making your [...]