Cavities: Causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention
Cavities are like the boogeyman of dentistry; parents use them as a threat to get their children to brush and floss. As a consequence, we grow up fearing them and trying to avoid them like the plague. Just like its […]
Dental bridges or implants? A side by side comparison
Dental implants and bridges are both viable options for teeth replacement. But which one is the best choice? just because dental implants are the latest technology it doesn’t mean that you necessarily have to rule out dental bridges. Today we […]
Tooth and gum abscess: causes and treatments
One of the most uncomfortable dental problems is infections. A bacterial infection can be caused by many factors, and it can damage your teeth and gums while producing severe pain. It is important to recognize if you have one and […]
What are the risks of all-on-4 dental implants?
Like any medical procedure, the All-on-4 implant procedure has its own risks. We’ve written before about the several benefits associated with an All-on-4 dental implant and how this treatment can improve the life of patients by replacing missing teeth, but it is […]
Discolored teeth and tooth coloration
As any person who has suffered from discolored teeth can tell you, being self conscious about your smile is a consistent source of stress, anxiety and even depression. When you go the dentist to whiten and polish your teeth, you […]
Dental Veneers: what are and how to get it
Dental veneers are thin tooth colored shells placed on the front side of your teeth. Their main function is to improve the aesthetics of your smile with a relatively mild process. In fact, it’s so simple and painless that a full […]
Mouth bleeding: a sign that you need dental help
Do you show signs of mouth bleeding after brushing your teeth? Do you feel the taste of blood in your mouth when you wake up in the morning? If that’s the case you need to take it as a warning sign; something’s […]
What effects does vaping have on your oral hygiene?
We all know that cigarettes are terrible for you oral hygiene, but what about the electronic kind? Vaping or e-cigarettes have gained quite a bit of popularity in the last decade. And why wouldn’t they? A vaper is a great […]
A word of caution about periodontitis and gingivitis
Periodontitis is one of the most severe oral diseases a patient could potentially develop. Good oral care is paramount to prevent a full-on periodontitis and the teeth loss that´s usually correlated with the condition. But what is Periodontitis? What are […]
How to prevent cavities and tooth decay
Dental caries is the most common issue that affects the oral health of children and adults. According to the American Dental Association and the Dental and Craniofacial Research, 1 in 4 Americans has at least one untreated cavity; this is […]
