Millions of people own a retainer to maintain a straight smile, but it is common for people with retainers to clean them incorrectly, or not at all.

Straightening your teeth isn’t just good for your beautiful smile, it also helps reduce areas that are vulnerable to cavities and can help with chipping or grinding. When looking for a straighter smile, both braces and clear aligners can straighten your teeth. Which one is right for you is often determined by your dentist or … Continue reading Braces vs. Clear Aligners

Flossing is important for many reasons, but mainly, it’s the key to fantastic oral health.

Mouth ulcers (also known as canker sores) are generally small, painful lesions that develop in your mouth or at the base of your gums.

Typically, people breathe in and out through their nose, but some breathe in and out through their mouth, which is known as mouth breathing.

Most people know what cavities are (damage to a tooth due to decay), but there’s tons of misinformation out there about prevention and treatment. Here are 5 myths about cavities and how to prevent them.  1. Just brushing twice a day will prevent cavities Brushing your teeth is an essential part of your oral health, … Continue reading 5 Myths About Cavities and How to Prevent Them

Itchy gums is a growing epidemic. If you feel your gums have a strange, itching sensation, you’re not alone. This complaint is becoming more common.

Brushing with an electric toothbrush is more likely to give you cleaner teeth, but it’s no guarantee — especially if you are brushing incorrectly.

Did you know that 2 million people visit the emergency room every year for dental emergencies? And although when people experience abnormal pain, their first thought is typically to go to the ER, when it comes to dental emergencies this can be a waste of time.  Most ER’s don’t have a dentist on-site to provide … Continue reading How to Handle Dental Emergencies

Shiny. Silver. Scary? You may know the shiny, silver objects sitting on the tray are used to clean your teeth. But what are these tools, really?

Not everyone needs a movie-star perfect smile, but most of us want to smile confidently — without feeling self-conscious about our teeth. Good oral hygiene is the most critical factor in achieving a fantastic smile.

The two most common oral care problems people have or hear about are plaque and tartar. It’s easy to assume the two are the same thing, but they are actually different and require different treatment.

Your wisdom teeth typically start to grow between the ages of 17 and 25. By this age, your jaw is typically fully formed, so when the new teeth start to come in, they can cause problems. They can cause teeth to shift, become impacted (which just means trapped underneath your jaw bone or your gums), … Continue reading What to Expect When Getting Your Wisdom Teeth Out

These dental life hacks may help you with practicing good oral hygiene, or you may be able to use your dental tools to help you in other areas in life.

Millions of over-the-counter teeth whitening products are sold each year to help us all achieve the pearly white smile we desire. As you select your whitening products, learn the difference between whitening strips and whitening toothpaste and how each may (or may not) help.

While some people swear by home remedies, we encourage you to see The Dental Care Center by appointment if you are experiencing any of these frequent dental problems. However, we understand that you may not be able to see us right away. Here are some of the best over-the-counter medicines or home practices that can relieve dry mouth, gum problems, and toothache.

Smoking is bad for you. You’ve heard this before, and if you’re a smoker, you’ve probably been told countless times that smoking is bad for your overall health. It’s bad for your lungs and your heart. It can lead to things like COPD and cancer; it can increase your risk for tuberculosis, eye problems, and … Continue reading How Smoking Affects Your Oral Health

Teeth problems happen to the best of us. We may brush and floss regularly, but dental troubles can still pop up. Such problems may cause no pain; others may appear as slight sensitivity while still others have you rushing to our door. Here are the 9 most common dental problems so you know what to look out for.

Dental phobia and anxiety are real conditions faced by many people. Whether you had a bad experience as a child, have daily anxiety, or just don’t like going to the dentist, it can be hard to keep up with your dental exams. But it’s important to receive regular check-ups to keep your mouth healthy and prevent other health issues. Here are some tips to help yourself relax and overcome your fear of the dentist.

You hear it all the time: Fluoride is good for your teeth and helps prevent tooth decay. But do you know how it works? We are going to concentrate on how fluoride combats the effects of tooth decay and the different kinds of fluoride treatments you can get to help prevent these problems with your teeth.