We often take our teeth for granted, but they are actually quite complex, and are highly adapted to perform the hard work of biting, chewing, breaking down food, and to withstand the pressure of repeated impact.…
If your dentist tells you that your teeth need a deep cleaning, what does that mean? How is it different from a regular cleaning?
The short answer is that dentists recommend deep cleanings for people who show early signs of gum disease.…
Everyone knows smoking is bad for them, and most people know some bad things that smoking can do to their teeth and mouth. However, there’s a good chance that you probably don’t know all of the ways that smoking can harm your oral health.…
Diabetes is a metabolic disease that is caused by your body’s inability to make or use insulin, a hormone that helps sugar enter the body’s cells so that it can be converted into energy.…
Cancer screenings are typically a routine part of any medical visit, whether you are going for a general physical or seeing a specialized doctor. In fact, if you visit a dentist regularly, you may be going for a cancer screening without even knowing it.…
