Tooth enamel is the hardest substance found in your body, but that doesn’t mean it’s impervious to damage. In fact, enamel erosion is an incredibly common in the United States, likely due to our high-sugar diets. Luckily, there are certain… Read More
Archive for the ‘Oral Health’ Category
Your Guide to Gum Health From Your Olney Dentist
Everyone wants to receive compliments on their smile, but your Olney dentist does not want you to forget about your gum health!
Dental Emergencies: What to Do in the Event of Mouth Trauma
Dental emergencies can happen at any time, which is why it’s important to know what to do in the event that one happens to you. This includes things like a dislodged, chipped, or knocked out tooth. Less pressing but still… Read More
How to Treat a Canker Sore
Canker sores. We’ve all had them. They always seem to appear unexpectedly, but while they’re around they can be a pretty big annoyance. Fortunately, most canker sores will go away over the course of a few days with proper treatment…. Read More
4 Foods and Drinks You Didn’t Know Were Bad for Teeth
Most people know about the foods and drinks most commonly called out as being bad for your teeth. These include soda, red wine, and coffee, all of which will stain teeth and can erode your enamel over time, causing cavities,… Read More
How to Treat Bad Breath
Halitosis, or bad breath, is a problem which affects many parts of our lives. Thankfully, there are several easy things you can do every day to help fight bad breath. Learn more about these strategies to kick bad breath in… Read More
5 Tips to Prevent Gum Disease
Preventing gum disease requires a commitment to an oral hygiene routine. Gum disease forms when the bacteria in plaque builds up between your teeth and your gums. The bacteria will cause inflammation, and the inflammation will cause bone structure to deteriorate… Read More
Manual Toothbrushes vs. Electric Toothbrushes
Electric toothbrushes were once considered a novelty item, but today there are many different kinds of electric toothbrushes on the market, making them more affordable and more attractive to consumers. So should you go for an electric toothbrush? Or should… Read More
Clean Your Tongue Too! Tongue Scrapers and Oral Health
We talk a lot about the importance of cleaning your teeth and gums in our blog, but it’s just as important to make sure your tongue is clean too. The tongue can harbor bacteria that cause bad breath, and cleaning… Read More
Comparing Oral Health Instruments: Floss vs. Water Pick
Ever wondered whether an electric toothbrush is better than a manual toothbrush? Or which is better at cleaning between your teeth, floss or a water pick? Should you brush your tongue, or use a tongue scraper? We’ve got the answers… Read More