While it’s recommended that every child has an established dentist by the age of 1, it can be difficult to afford regular dental cleanings and checkups (or even emergency services) without insurance. However, there are resources out there for you and your family that include free or reduced-cost dental care. Most of these services include […]
Give a dentist two teeth of the same type and size, and there may be a way that the dentist can tell you if they’re a 12-year old’s or an adult’s. What gives it away? The presence of mamelons, which are rounded bumps on the edges of newly erupted teeth. Not all irregular edges are […]
Oral health is a key indicator of overall health, well-being and quality of life. However, to maintain a good oral health without pain and discomfort, it takes more than attention to brushing, flossing, and regular check-ups; given that oral health has to address a host of diseases and conditions. One among them is orofacial myofunctional […]
We all know how important it is to look after our teeth, but for a number of reasons dentists also think it is really important to clean your tongue too. Like teeth, tongues are a target for bacteria, so it’s important to keep tongues clean every day. Read on to find out how. ohn D. […]
Is it safe to visit the dentist during the COVID-19 pandemic? Dentists can’t eliminate all risk but they are taking steps to minimize the chances of spreading the coronavirus. You’ll likely notice changes as soon as you enter the office. Many dentists have removed magazines from waiting rooms for example, as well as some […]
Psoriasis is a complicated disease driven by inflammation. This inflammation is thought to extend beyond the skin and may lead to problems throughout the body for many people. An increasing amount of evidence suggests that psoriasis may be closely related to dental health. Take a look at the connection between psoriasis and dental disease below […]
Health is a positive concept of physical, mental, and social resources. Being healthy is important and dental health is a part of the overall health concept, yet many people don’t believe so. The truth is it is as important as exercise in your life. One should do brushing, cleaning and flossing of teeth regularly as a part […]
While many parents feel that Covid-19 has made it difficult to get dental care for their children, some noticed improvements in how their children are taking care of their teeth and gums at home during the pandemic, according to a poll in the US. Others found that the dental office had closed or reduced patient […]
Shingles, maskne, migraines and quarantine fatigue: The stress of the pandemic has manifested in a variety of physical ailments. The latest evidence of this is a rise in cracked teeth. “We have seen an increasing amount of fractured teeth in probably the past six months,” said Dr. Paul Koshgerian, an oral surgeon with The […]
यदि महामारी से संबंधित तनाव से आपके दांत पीस रहे हैं, तो आप अकेले नहीं हैं। दंत चिकित्सकों का कहना है कि COVID-19 महामारी से उपजी कई चुनौतियों के कारण टूथ- ग्राइंडिंग और जबड़े की बदबू बढ़ रही है। “हम टूटे हुए माउथ गार्ड्स को बदलने के लिए नियुक्तियों की तलाश में रोगियों की संख्या में वृद्धि देख रहे हैं ” जिनके माध्यम से फटा या चबाया गया […]