Posts Categorized: Preventative Dentistry

It goes without saying that dentistry in and of itself is a complex area of study. After all, it involves everything pertaining to your oral cavity and health, and understanding the nature of oral health concerns can help you better provide care for your smile in the long run. While in-office care in the form… Read more »

In our last blog, we discussed the importance of replacing your toothbrush regularly. Today, we are switching over to the other primary component of at-home preventative dentistry: flossing. This is frequently overlooked, and many people fail to do it regularly.  Moreover, proper technique isn’t frequently talked about — at least compared to brushing — so… Read more »

In an ideal world, we would be able to maintain a healthy smile well into adulthood without giving it much thought. The unfortunate reality is, however, that this is far from the case. As a matter of fact, from the moment you are born and well into your adult life, your grin is constantly under… Read more »

It goes without saying that your oral health should be considered a top priority. After all, it not only impacts daily functions such as biting, chewing, eating, and speaking, but some mouth-related concerns can actually tie into your overall physical health as well. Indeed, preventive care such as attending routine dental visits, brushing and flossing,… Read more »

Subsections of dentistry often focus on specific purposes. For instance, cosmetic dentistry handles surface-level concerns, whereas restorative treatment aims to mitigate damage caused by disease and infection as well as restore your oral structures. Indeed, these practices are extremely helpful in handling accidents or concerns after their onset, but preventive dentistry is the name of… Read more »

It goes without saying that your teeth are very important structures. They help you perform routine tasks such as biting, chewing, eating, and even enunciating. Indeed, your pearly whites serve a vital purpose and as such, must be taken care of to ensure their health for life. While they may be some of the strongest… Read more »

Oral health threats such as dental decay and infection can set in at a much more rapid rate than many individuals expect, and failing to adhere to a preventive dental routine thoroughly can aggravate the situation. Indeed, effective care is more of a process than a one-time occurrence, and taking the necessary steps to brush,… Read more »

When asked about your oral health, most individuals first think of teeth as the primary concern. After all, your teeth play a major role in day-to-day function as well as appearance. Whether you are aware of it or not, however, your health is actually comprised of all aspects contributing to your oral cavity, including the… Read more »

Restorative dental procedures such as root canals and dental fillings have played a major role in the health of our smile for years, offering a backup plan to preserve our natural teeth in the event our preventive practices fall through. Indeed, improvements in restorative dentistry make avoiding tooth loss much more straightforward but keep in… Read more »