Jun 24, 2021 | Oral Health
It is estimated that approximately half the population experiences tooth sensitivity. The sensitivity you experience can come in many forms or situations. It may be mild and momentary, or extreme and last for hours. It can come and go over time. It can...
Jun 10, 2021 | Oral Health
What are Plaque and Tartar? Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria that naturally forms on our teeth each day. The bacteria in plaque can react with the sugars and starches in the food we eat, resulting in an acid that gradually dissolves tooth enamel....
Apr 18, 2021 | Oral Health
Regular checkups and professional cleaning (officially known as dental prophylaxis) are crucial for both your oral health and your overall wellbeing. But how you care for your mouth at home is every bit as important. Protecting your teeth from decay is a...
Jan 28, 2021 | Oral Health
While not directly testing against the COVID-19 virus, researchers at the Penn State College of Medicine looked at a number of products and their effectiveness against coronaviruses which are similar to COVID-19. Among the products in the study were antiseptic rinses...
Oct 30, 2020 | Oral Health
The pandemic has resulted in a stressful time for everyone in the world, and, for many people, this stress can result in orofacial pain. A study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine took a look at patients in two countries and examined how the stress of...
Oct 16, 2020 | Oral Health
Patients concerned about visiting the dentist during the pandemic may find some reassurance in learning that the ADA has found that fewer than 1% of dentists have tested positive for COVID-19. In the first large-scale collection of infection rates and infection...
