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Having Trouble Flossing? Try Using an Oral Irrigator
posted: May 13, 2021.

Though you don't like to admit it, you don't floss very often. Oh sure, you know it's important to remove the film of bacteria and food particles called plaque that Read more
Here are a Few Options for Managing Dental Treatment Costs
posted: May 03, 2021.

In an ideal world, your family's dental needs would mesh seamlessly with the family budget. Alas, it's not always that way, and it can often be a head scratcher figuring Read more
Watch for These Developing Bite Problems with Your Child's Teeth
posted: Apr. 23, 2021.

You may not always be able to tell if your child's bite isn't developing properly. That's why you should have them undergo an orthodontic evaluation around age 6 to uncover Read more
3 Ways to Help Your Child Relax at the Dentist
posted: Apr. 13, 2021.

Regular dental visits are an important part of teeth and gum health at any age, including young children. But the clinical nature of a dental office can be intimidating to Read more
Knowing How the Mouth and Face Grow Can Improve Bite Treatment
posted: Apr. 03, 2021.

Correcting a bite problem involves more than applying braces. Orthodontists must consider a wide range of factors, including the type of bite problem involved, complications like impacted or missing teeth, Read more
Tooth Pain? Here Are Some Possible Causes
posted: Mar. 24, 2021.

“My tooth hurts…or maybe more than one. Or, it might be my gums.”If you're having trouble describing the pain in your mouth, don't feel bad. Although our body's pain mechanism Read more
Address Your Teeth Grinding Habit Early to Avoid Potential Tooth Loss
posted: Mar. 14, 2021.

Teeth grinding and other biting habits are more than a nuisance — they can generate twenty to thirty times the forces of normal biting. Over the long term, this can Read more
Frequent Sinus Infections? Take a Trip to Your Dentist
posted: Mar. 04, 2021.

If you suffer frequent sinus infections, you might want to see a dentist. No, really—your recurring sinusitis might stem from a decayed tooth.Tooth decay can start as a cavity, but Read more
Signs of an Abscessed Tooth
posted: Mar. 01, 2021.

A tooth abscess is a buildup of pus that forms inside your gums or teeth. The abscess is usually formed from a bacterial infection. Dr. Jay Ahuja of Family Dental Read more
Gum Disease Could Affect More than Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Feb. 22, 2021.

If you have periodontal (gum) disease, it's important for you to know its effects aren't limited to your mouth. A number of studies demonstrate gum disease can affect the rest Read more
Floss First or Last? Here are Reasons for Either Approach
posted: Feb. 12, 2021.

A certain news story a few years ago notwithstanding, dentists still recommend flossing along with brushing to adequately remove disease-causing plaque. If there is any controversy at all about flossing, Read more
Are You at Risk for Tooth Decay? Answer These Questions To Find Out
posted: Feb. 02, 2021.

Tooth decay is a destructive disease that could rob you of your teeth. But it doesn't appear out of nowhere—a number of factors can make it more likely you'll get Read more
Oral Health Can Prove Challenging in Your Senior Years
posted: Jan. 23, 2021.

A focus on dental care in senior citizens is just as important as it is for children. Indeed, oral health in your later years can be a major factor in Read more
Artificial Sweeteners are By and Large a Safe Alternative to Sugar
posted: Jan. 13, 2021.

Refined sugar is a prime food source for disease-causing oral bacteria. As bacteria consume sugar they produce high levels of acid that over time can erode enamel and leave a Read more
Your Gums Need Extra Care After Periodontal Disease
posted: Jan. 03, 2021.

We all benefit from regular dental care, regardless of our state of oral health. But if you've experienced periodontal (gum) disease, those regular dental visits are even more important in Read more
Don't Ignore Sudden Tooth Pain - Your Teeth may be Telling you Something
posted: Dec. 24, 2020.

Nothing grabs your attention like a sharp tooth pain, seemingly hitting you out of nowhere while you’re eating or drinking. But there is a reason for your sudden agony and Read more

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