There’s no question that children and adults with special health care needs require the same attention to their oral health as anyone else. Yet, special needs dentistry requires a devotion and unique consideration of a number of factors outside the realm of standard dental appointments.
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While it may seem a logical question, the truth regarding those that grind their teeth is that many do not realize that they are doing it. Yet, for those that are aware, perhaps you grind your teeth during sleep, causing you to wake up with facial pain or a headache. In turn, maybe you grind your teeth during certain daytime activities, or when you are stressed.
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While visits to the dentist are typically not painful, the majority of people do not look forward to their dental checkup. Even so, many are able to push through their anxiety in order to maintain good oral health. Yet, those with intense fear, or dental phobia, may attempt to avoid the dentist altogether.
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While maintaining good oral health is proven to prevent bad breath, as well as tooth decay and gum disease, many are surprised to learn that up to 90% of systemic diseases manifest orally. Gum disease, in particular, may suggest that individuals are at a greater risk for heart attack, stroke, diabetes, or early labor. Mouth lesions are often the first sign of HIV or AIDS, while saliva has become a diagnostic tool for detecting high cortisol levels. Thus, when asked, what does your mouth say about your overall health? A look inside or a quick swab of saliva speaks volumes about what’s going on in the rest of the body.
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When it comes to bad breath, it’s fairly common to experience an unpleasant odor, especially in the morning or after eating a particular food. Yet, when bad breath is long lasting and persistent, it may be a strong indicator of something serious. Did you know? Bad breath is a real medical condition called Halitosis, and is caused by a number of sources.
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As an umbrella term for managing oral health problems and bringing the look and function back to the mouth, Restorative Dentistry covers a multitude of dental treatments and procedures. With many strategies and materials, from minimal to invasive, the idea behind restorative dentistry is maximizing the health of teeth, gums, and jaw joints.
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Having changed the face of dentistry over the last few decades, Dental Implants are an increasingly popular choice for replacing missing teeth. Providing ultimate stabilization to surrounding teeth and gums in the form of an artificial tooth root, Dental Implants are the next best thing to natural, healthy teeth.
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Usually forming at the root of a tooth, a tooth abscess is a pocket of bacteria that has become infected. Several factors play a role in the development of an abscess, from untreated tooth decay or a cracked filling, to infection of the gums. Even so, pain and discomfort associated with an abscessed tooth varies from person to person. While some experience excruciating pain and swelling, some may…

Hundreds of bacteria live inside the mouth, along the gums, teeth, and tongue. While some are helpful, some are not. Surprisingly, even with good oral care, certain choices or habits may put your teeth at risk for an "acid attack," better known as tooth (acid) erosion. In fact, 4 daily exposures to acid-rich foods or beverages can begin wearing on tooth enamel. Thus, it's a good idea to learn the…