There are several reasons why a dental bridge may cause an odor in your mouth. Food can get stuck between the bridge and your gums, or bacteria can build up in tiny gaps between your teeth and the crown as the cement holding your crown slowly wears away. However, foul odor is not something that you should have to deal with and is often a sign that either your bridge needs to be adjusted or you need to change your oral care routine. Read More»
Who doesn’t want a perfect smile? It would be safe to say that everyone does. It seems that some people are born with a good tooth gene and that perfect smile is accomplished with simple daily brushing and flossing, and regular cleanings from a dental hygienist. However, some people don’t live in that perfect world, unfortunately, and other people get into accidents that damage their teeth. For these people, there is hope with cosmetic dentistry. Read More»
Stress and anxiety can wreak havoc on your ability to sleep, but your difficulty sleeping may stem from a possible medical condition. Characterized by periodic episodes of breathing loss while asleep, apnea can be a serious, life-threating condition. Sleep apnea affects an estimated 18 million Americans, but the causes of each apnea case may be different. Utilizing a sleep study, your doctor can determine the best treatment option for your specific needs. Read More»
Canker sores can be the scourge of your world if you have them. The level of intensity of a canker sore can range from “slight annoyance” to “absolutely searing pain.” It sometimes might seem like there’s nothing you can do to alleviate the pain or annoyance of a canker sore, much less get rid of one of them. Fortunately for you, there is this article. This brief article will serve to inform you about canker sores. Read More»
If you need to have your wisdom teeth removed, then you are likely to get over the pain and discomfort after a day or two. This is especially true since the gums are made out of simple connective tissues formed from collagen. A mucous membrane sits over the gums as well, and healing occurs underneath the stitches used to close the extraction site. However, proper healing also relies heavily on the clot that builds in the tooth socket itself. Read More»
