Understanding And Preventing Tooth Decay In Toddlers

As a parent, you probably understand the importance of your child's physical and emotional health. You may prepare your child well-balanced meals, ensure they play and exercise regularly, and help them receive a good education, but focusing on your child's oral health is also important. Unfortunately, many parents believe placing too much emphasis on a toddler's teeth is not necessary, since they will eventually fall out, but this can lead to a misaligned eruption of permanent teeth and even dangerous infections. Read More 

Two Reasons For Pain With A Dental Filling

It's quite common to have a cavity as an adult, since 91% of people between 20-64 years old have a cavity. When cavity has been filled, it should make any pain go away and not cause you to notice that dental work has been done. However, there may be a time where you feel like that dental filling is aching in your mouth. Here are some reasons why you could be experiencing that sensation. Read More 

Top Three Potential Problems With Dental Fillings

Whenever you are getting a dental treatment, its advisable to understand all the pros, cons, and possible complications of the treatment first. That way you will not only be able to make an informed decision, but you will also know what to do in case complications arise. When it comes to dental fillings, here are some of the potential complications some people experience: Pain Around the Filled Tooth A little discomfort after dental treatment is to be expected, but this is usually something that over-the-counter pain medication can take care of. Read More 

Why Teeth Discolor As You Age

When children first get their teeth, they are white and bright, but this does not stay forever. As a person ages, his or her teeth will slowly become yellow and discolored, and this tends to be a common and normal part of aging. If you have teeth that are discolored, it is probably due to one or more of the following reasons. Enamel erosion Enamel erosion is what happens to your teeth when the enamel wears off. Read More 

What To Do About A Weekend Toothache

Having a toothache is no fun, but it's even worse when its on the weekend when your dental office is closed. Tooth pain makes everything miserable, from eating and talking to simply trying to sleep at night. The following guide can help determine the best course of action so you can survive the pain until you can seek dental services. Assess the cause Knowing the cause of the toothache may enable you to lessen it or even stop it completely. Read More