Call Us Now:
(215) 568-6222
Same Day Appointments Available
Sweets and sugary foods have a lot to do with tooth decay, but whether or not you develop cavities or gum disease depends on several factors. The foods you eat are one part of the recipe, but how often you eat is also key, along with whether you’re genetically predisposed to develop tooth or gum … Are Food Choices Destroying Your Smile?
Tension headaches. Migraine headaches. Aching jaw. Sore teeth. Morning headaches. Do any of these afflictions sound familiar? If so, you may be experiencing temporomandibular disorders (TMD) which indicate that there are problems with your jaw or facial muscles.
The #1 cause of tooth loss in the United States is gum disease, with over 75 percent of American adults exhibiting some form of periodontal disease. In fact, it’s one of the most common diseases worldwide.
Missing teeth are bothersome for many reasons – their absence alters your appearance, of course, but missing teeth also impact a person’s ability to speak and chew well, and they can affect your oral health and overall well-being. So what’s the best solution? There’s something secure and natural-looking that can fill those empty spaces in … The Best Solution for Missing Teeth
There are often two schools of people – those who are a little too focused on their oral health, and those who aren’t thinking about their teeth and mouth quite enough. Both can be detrimental. Learn about five of the biggest hazards to your oral health.
The first response in a dental emergency should always be to call your dentist, but committing these first-response tips to memory will aid you in knowing what to do until you’re able to get to your dentist’s office. And, sometimes, how you handle your tooth or gum emergency can potentially help save a tooth or … What to Do in a Dental Emergency
Reaching a point when your body’s aging seems out of your control is tough to accept. While a few extra pounds or wrinkles might be tough to overcome, there’s one thing that’s always in your control: your smile.
An expectant mother has plenty to keep her mind busy during pregnancy, but there’s one thing that might slip her mind: oral health. While it may be challenging to brush up a minty-fresh toothpaste lather when you have morning sickness, it’s important to stay on top of your teeth during those nine months.
When you meet someone for the first time in person, it only takes a few seconds for them to assess your body language. Your smile can be the difference between success or failure in business, love, and any other relationships.
Kids always get reprimanded for eating too much Halloween candy, but no one is really policing the adults. So here are some friendly reminders about how to behave before, after, and on October 31, and how best to indulge in any candy treats.
It’s estimated that by the end of this year, 40,000 people will have been newly diagnosed with oral cancer. Unfortunately, oral cancer is often not detected until it is in the late stages. Far too many people avoid regular trips to the dentist – which means they’re also not receiving that all-important oral exam.
Looking for a convenient way to protect your oral health in addition to brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash? Clinical studies have shown that 20 minutes of chewing sugarless gum following a meal can help prevent tooth decay.