Intruder Alert Uh-oh! There’s an intruder in the mouth, and it’s called a tooth abscess. If you didn’t know already, a tooth abscess means that you have an infection. There are many situations that can lead to an infected tooth such as advanced decay and broken or chipped teeth. All the more reason to take Continue Reading …
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Unlock Feeling Good! Link Between Mental Health and Oral Health
Your Teeth are Counting on You Get your head right! A balanced headspace has an immense impact on your entire body, which includes your teeth. There’s no getting by with slacking in any one area of your health. Everything’s connected, which means when there is a problem in one area, another area is sure to Continue Reading …
Naughty or Nice: Toothy Stocking Stuffer Ideas
A Toothy Stocking Stuffer Brings Smiles Great news! Santa Claus is coming to town. This means there will be presents under the tree and stockings full of unique gadgets and gizmos that will bring smiles. We know that oral health may be the last thing on your mind when it comes to presents, but there Continue Reading …
A Nightmare Before Christmas: Dry Socket Prevention
The Dreaded Dry Socket A dry socket would leave anyone shaking in their boots, including someone as spooky as Oogie Boogie from The Nightmare Before Christmas. Lucky for him, he doesn’t have teeth! Dry sockets are dreaded because of the infamous discomfort that they create after a tooth is removed. Essentially, a dry socket happens Continue Reading …
You’re Worth it! How to Prevent Dental Emergencies
Plain and Simple: You’re Worth It! From head to toe to teeth, you’re worth it! Dental emergencies can be frightening and uncomfortable for those who encounter them. Emergencies often have the worst possible timing, causing a serious inconvenience to your day or even your week. Keeping the mantra in mind that “I’m worth it!” can Continue Reading …
My Dentist Said I Needed a Crown: Crowns vs. Fillings
What Do I Need? Have you ever been in the dentist’s chair, feeling like a king or a queen because they told you that you needed a crown? Why, yes. I am royalty, you might think to yourself. Okay, we know that you might not be drawing comparisons to how awesome you are, but there Continue Reading …
Managing the Unexpected: What to Do if You’ve Chipped a Tooth
Chipped Teeth are Masters of Inconvenient Timing Chipped teeth are no stranger to inconvenient timing. From sports practice to chomping on a hard snack just the right way, it’s oftentimes the very last thing we want to deal with. When you’ve chipped a tooth, it’s possible that your mouth feels just fine. Even if this Continue Reading …
Getting to the Root: Common Root Canal Misconceptions
The Root of the Problem Let’s get to the root of the problem. See what we did there? Really, the problem with root canals is that they are associated with several myths, which exist as a huge disservice to those who actually need to have this tooth-saving treatment completed. For many of us, the term Continue Reading …
Prioritize YOU: Importance of Keeping Your Teeth Clean During Periods of Stress
Focus on YOU What makes YOUR world go round and round? It’s YOU, of course! You have so much power in creating a well-lived and healthy life for yourself, but sometimes, it’s easy to get caught up in our often fast-paced routines. Stress can appear from out of the shadows, making life less enjoyable and Continue Reading …
Starting Over with Your Toothbrush: Toothbrush Care Tips
A Fresh Beginning At long last, the clock brings us into 2021. The previous year has been unforgettable, to say the least, so we know that many folks are looking forward to new beginnings. Starting over with your toothbrush might seem like a small change, but it is an important one nonetheless. With a good Continue Reading …
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and I Couldn’t Sleep a Wink: Surprising Links Between Sleep and Oral Health
The Night Before & Sleep ‘Twas the night before Christmas and not a creature was stirring, except maybe you. You’re certainly not alone if you’re wide awake before an exciting day, but it’s worth noting that your pearly whites can be affected by missing sleep. Understanding the surprising ways that sleep and oral health go Continue Reading …
Leaves Change Color. Teeth Change Color. Wait…
Fall Colors of Yellow, Brown, and Darkening The vibrant colors of fall are certainly captivating as leaves become brighter and eventually scatter beautifully across our local landscapes. Changes in color often appeal to the eye, but as for our handy pearly whites, there’s a stark contrast. We tend to be dissatisfied with yellows, browns, and Continue Reading …
The Summer Bummer of Dehydration: How Hydration Affects Oral Health
Hydration and Water Good old H2O always has our back on sunshine-filled days. Hydration creates space for higher energy, better mood, and an overall healthier body. As part of that healthy body, your pearly whites will thrive with proper hydration too. We know that we’re supposed to drink more during these hot summer days, but Continue Reading …
Lesser-known Ways to Improve Your Oral Health at Home
These days it seems that many of us have found ourselves home frequently and with more time on our hands. Extra hours in the day means that we can embrace new hobbies or focus on self-improvement. We encourage you to take this time to put your oral health into perspective. Instead of telling you to Continue Reading …
