The relationship between a healthy mouth and overall health is proven, and studies continue to uncover evidence linking the two. Proper oral care, hygiene habits, and a healthy diet could prevent you from developing serious systemic diseases. When was the last time you reviewed your oral care basics? Here are a few helpful reminders and oral… Read more »
Category: Oral Health
Corona Dentist Discusses Cavity-Combating Candy
As October approaches, Corona candy shelves are being filled with sweet treats capable of harming children’s teeth. However, UCLA researchers discovered a new kind of candy: one that actually fights cavities. Combating a cavity with candy may sound like a crazy idea, but the herbal lollipop is already being made available for purchase. How Cavities… Read more »
All About Flossing from Your Moreno Valley Dentist
will explain the ins and outs of flossing, from why flossing is important, to how to remind yourself to floss daily. Why is flossing important? starts very small. Colonies of plaque and bacteria congregate around your teeth and gum lines where brushing often misses. As the colonies grow, your gum tissue becomes infected and develops… Read more »
Riverside Dentists Discuss Academic Stress and Oral Health
Another school year just began, which means many students are hitting the books and letting their usual oral hygiene habits fall by the wayside. This is especially true during stressful exam weeks, when students often sleep less, consume more caffeine and tobacco, and experience a great amount of pressure and anxiety that can potentially cause… Read more »
Corona Dentists Discuss the Dangers of Tongue Piercings
strongly advise against getting an oral piercing. Below you will find more detailed descriptions of the potential damages of oral piercings. Chipped Teeth For those who have had a tongue piercing for four or more years, 47% have chipped teeth. Chipping can occur while people sleep, talk, eat, or chew on the jewelry used in… Read more »
Moreno Valley Dentists Discuss the Prevention of Cavities
Reports show that one in five Americans have untreated cavities. The reason behind this lies in the fact that many people are not aware that they indeed have a cavity. When a cavity is left untreated, the result is often costly and painful dental work, and eventually, tooth loss. In today’s blog, our Moreno Valley… Read more »
Moreno Valley Dentists Explain Orthodontics
As dentistry advanced and our knowledge of dental health grew, it became apparent that some aspects of dentistry required their own science to master. For instance, the position of your teeth and how they fit together can vary so widely, and influence so many other factors, that an entire branch of dentistry evolved around this… Read more »
Corona’s Discrete Solution for a Straighter Smile
The term “malocclusion” refers to an incorrect alignment of the upper and lower dental arches, meaning the upper and lower teeth do not fit together properly when your jaw is at rest. The most common forms of malocclusion are overbite (upper teeth extend too far), underbite (lower teeth extend too far), and crossbite (teeth angle… Read more »
Can Soy Milk be Bad for Your Teeth?
In a health-conscious world, the word “soy” receives mixed reviews. Some praise soy for its health benefits as an alternative to such foods as milk and meat, while some consider it useless, if not downright harmful, to our physical wellbeing. A new study from University of Melbourne’s Dental School in Australia suggests that soy milk… Read more »
Why do Gums Suffer with Age?
Periodontitis, or gum disease, causes excessive gum bleeding and bone loss, which eventually leads to tooth loss. In fact, periodontitis is the leading cause of adult tooth loss in the US. The swelling and bleeding associated with gum disease is caused by an over-active immune response to the bacteria in your mouth. As we grow… Read more »
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