New data from a study at the American Dental Association Health Policy Institute indicates that there has been a rise in stress-related dental conditions, like tooth grinding and cracking, during the coronavirus pandemic.    Even though the increase in grinding and other tooth problems cannot be directly attributed to the coronavirus pandemic, it seems to indicate…

Osteopenia is a condition in which you lose bone mass and your bones weaken, due to a loss of calcium and Vitamin D. It is usually diagnosed by a bone density test, and if not treated may lead to osteoporosis which can put you at serious risk for bone fractures. Some people are genetically prone to…

Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a sleep-related breathing disorder that involves a decrease or complete halt in airflow despite an ongoing effort to breathe. It occurs when the muscles relax during sleep, causing soft tissue in the back of the throat to collapse and block the upper airway. Most people with OSA snore loudly and frequently,…

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot of things about our daily lives. Your regular visits to the dentist have changed, too. In March, the ADA recommended that dentists postpone all but emergency procedures until April 30 at the earliest to help reduce the spread of the virus; save masks gloves and other personal protective equipment…

If a tooth or teeth are painful when drinking water, or other hot and cold beverages, this is an indication of sensitivity. If you have sensitive teeth, hot foods and drinks can unexpectedly trigger a jolt of pain fast. This pain is the result of enamel wearing away over time, exposing the soft, inner part of…

World Oral Health Day  is celebrated on March 20th. Make a pledge to look after your oral health, whatever your age. View the pledge at worldoralhealthday.org   Your mouth is a mirror to your body and reflects your general health and well-being. Avoid risk factors, adopt good oral hygiene habits and have regular dental check-ups…

Young children with dental pain and/or infection require treatment at any age—sometimes that means your child will need to go under general anesthesia or sedation. Of course, there are many reasons for this. Some dental procedures require your child to lie completely still, there may be a lot to fix, or the noise of the…

Brushing too hard can damage your teeth and irritate your gums. Too much pressure might even lead to scratches and infections if you do it frequently. Plaque however is surprisingly loose and soft, making its removal easier than you think. It’s only difficult to remove when it hardens to tartar, but you won’t be able…

Did you know that certain health conditions can cause oral problems? Diabetes and oral health conditions are often related. People with Type I or Type II diabetes are at heightened risk of developing tooth decay, fungal infections in the mouth and gum disease. Practicing thorough oral hygiene, following and controlling glucose levels, and a proper…

Did you know that plaque constantly forms on your teeth? When you eat or drink anything with with sugars or starches, leftover bacteria release acids that attack your tooth enamel. The resulting plaque is so sticky that it keeps the acids in contact with your teeth, and over time breaks down the enamel and leads to tooth decay. Plaque…

What Causes Bad Breath? There are a number of reasons you might have dragon breath. While many causes are harmless, bad breath can sometimes be a sign of something more serious.  Bacteria Bad breath can happen anytime thanks to the hundreds of types of bad breath-causing bacteria that naturally lives in your mouth. Your mouth…

Dry mouth—also called xerostomia—results from an inadequate flow of saliva. It is not a disease, but a symptom of a medical disorder or a side effect of certain medications, such as antihistamines, decongestants, pain killers, diuretics and many others. Saliva is the mouth’s primary defense against tooth decay and maintains the health of the soft…

Info obtained from www.worldoralhealthday.org World Oral Health Day (WOHD) is celebrated globally every year on 20 March. It is organized by FDI World Dental Federation and is the largest global awareness campaign on oral health. WOHD spreads messages about good oral hygiene practices to adults and children alike and demonstrates the importance of optimal oral health in…

Generally, if a tooth has been broken or damaged by decay, your dentist will try to fix it with a filling, crown or other dental treatment. But when there’s too much damage for the tooth to be repaired, the tooth may need to be extracted — or removed — from its socket in the bone.…