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Are Your Teeth Sensitive? Possible Reasons Why And Treatment

If you have sensitive teeth, they hurt when you drink hot or cold beverages or even if you breathe in cold air. This can make life very uncomfortable, and there is a reason why this is happening to you. This is why you need to see your dentist to determine why you have tooth sensitivity. In the meantime, below are some common causes of this and ways you can treat it on your own. Read More 

Why Your Wisdom Teeth Are Important To Preventing Sleep Apnea And How Your Dentist Can Help

Traditionally, dentists would remove wisdom teeth because it was assumed that these teeth served no real purpose and often complicated the way a patient chews. At least, that was the conventional wisdom of the time. Here are the modern thoughts on why you should try to keep your wisdom teeth instead of having them surgically extracted (removed). Wisdom Teeth Help You Keep Your Airway Open As wisdom teeth erupt, they help your mouth open wider and widen the open space to your throat and airway. Read More 

Foods And Drinks That Can Damage Your Teeth

There are a number of reasons why certain foods and drinks can damage your teeth. Some contain acids that can wear away the enamel; others that are hard and cause the teeth to break or chip. Water is the best choice for good oral health, but life cannot be supported by water alone. Ice Water is essential for good health and as a beverage; it's ideal since it has no additives or sugar. Read More 

4 Natural Remedies For A Toothache

If you have a toothache, there are multiple ways to treat it. You can use over-the-counter oral analgesic gels that can be placed directly onto the inflamed tooth. However, you can also use natural home remedies. Here are a few of them: Salt and Pepper Salt and pepper are not just used to season your favorite foods. They can also be paired to decrease the amount of discomfort associated with a toothache. Read More 

Considering Dental Veneers? 3 Questions About Them You May Have

If you have cosmetic problems with your teeth that you are looking to fix, all hope is not lost. Dental veneers are a treatment that is still relatively new, but can transform the look of existing teeth with ease. Since the technique has not been along that long, it is not fully understood like more basic dental procedures. Here are three questions you may have about veneers, which will help you better understand if they are the right choice to fix your teeth. Read More