Teaching your child proper dental health habits can be a bit like pulling teeth. Most children will experience cavities at some point in their life but by teaching them good habits you can go a long way in helping them… Read More
Archive for the ‘Dental Health’ Category
What You Need to Know About Dry Mouth From Your Olney Dentist
Dry mouth may not seem like a big problem but when left unchecked, it can become more than just a minor annoyance and lead to systemic health problems. Proper saliva production is a crucial aspect of dental health as saliva… Read More
Your Olney Dentist Explains: How to Make Your Smile Look Younger
Did you know that your smile could be making you look older? Over time, tooth enamel erodes and teeth begin to stain, making your smile look older and worn out. Today your Olney dentist offers a few simple tips, tricks,… Read More
What is Enamel Erosion? Your Olney Dentist Explains
Enamel erosion is a common problem that can be caused by a variety of factors. While it may not be noticeable at first, if left unchecked it can require cosmetic dental procedures in order to fix. In this week’s blog… Read More
4 Reasons Why You Should Use Dental Floss from Your Olney Dentist
While most people have gotten into the habit of brushing their teeth twice a day, flossing is a little more rare. The American Dental Association recommends flossing once a day in order to keep your teeth and gums healthy, but… Read More
Bite Problems: What You Should Know About Occlusion
Occlusion is known as the relationship between your upper and lower teeth, but if your teeth don’t line up properly, you may start to experience “bite problems”. Your dentist will be able to tell you how chewing can lead to… Read More
Chronic Jaw Pain: Do I Have a TMJ Disorder?
Do you have chronic jaw pain? It could be TMJ. TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint. Disorders of the joint are also abbreviated as TMJ or TMD. So what is your temporomandibular joint? And what are the causes of the problems… Read More
4 Tips for Choosing a Dentist in Olney
Whether you just need a checkup or an emergency root canal, how do you find a dentist in Olney you can trust? Over the years, you will be spending a lot of time with your dentist, so it’s important to… Read More
How Does Gum Disease Affect Your Health?
You may think that gum disease just creates problems for your oral health, but gum disease can really do a number on your entire body. There is an estimated 60 million Americans who suffer from gum disease, but we are… Read More