Cracked Teeth - Causes and SolutionsAdvancements in medicine have increased our life spans and dental procedures have kept up to prolong the shelf-life of our natural dentition
5 Ways to Replace a Missing ToothHow to replace a missing tooth? This articles discusses some of the common options to replace a missing tooth or fill an extraction space.
Botox in DentistryBotox is a neurotoxin derived from clostridium botulinum and it functions by inhibited acetylcholine release, preventing muscle...
Sociological and Psychological Considerations for Aesthetic Dentistry The desire for cosmetic procedures has grown at an exponential rate. The aesthetic smile can improve job prospects, social acceptability...
Breastfeeding and Oral HealthThe importance of breastfeeding cannot be overemphasized. While cultural differences and personal preferences dictate a large portion of...
The mouthguard guideSports injuries impact school attendance, performance and can have lasting effects on tissue morphology. Close to half of childhood...
The Benefits of Saltwater GarglesSaltwater gargles were a staple in my household. They came to my rescue anytime I had a throat ailment. Unfortunately, I seldom hear...
Complications with implantsImplants are taking over in the dental world. With the poor longevity and comfort of partial dentures and the inefficacy of cleaning...
When implants go wrong: peri-implantitis Many people think implants will last forever, but peri-implantitis has been shown to cause implant failure in up to 20% of patients....
Let's talk about wisdom teeth - to extract or not to extractI’ll preface this by saying I have family members that are in great oral health and have not had their wisdom teeth removed and I was...
The simplified guide to tooth extractionsThe summarized guideline to navigating and thriving in a fear-inducing procedure. Don't worry, that dental gal is here to the rescue....
How to navigate oral health and a new babyCongratulation! You have a new addition to the family. Now how are we going to take care of their oral health? Dentists can be a part of...
What is training toothpaste?Training toothpaste is utilized to desensitize a baby to toothbrushing. What does “desensitize” mean? Basically, get them used to the...
Teeth and coffeeWhile tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, it is not entirely smooth. Chemical and mechanical abrasion create microscopi
4 easy ways to improve your overall healthApply sunscreen to your lips We’ve heard it a million times over, but one more time is nevertheless warranted. The eyelids and lips are...
Regular cleanings vs. deep cleanings…Will I be getting a regular cleaning or deep cleaning? Here I explain the who, what, when, where and why of these common dental...
Let's get candid about candidaMy proclivity to come up with witty titles is displayed here - not at its finest, but a solid pass, right? Oral thrush, oral candidiasis...
Tetracycline stainingTetracycline stains are both an intrinsic (occurs in the dentin or pulp layer) and endogenous stain (occurs during tooth...
The many ways of flossingImplant Floss around the entire crown and pull out through the front, not upwards. You may also need to use a proxy brush to get into...