The Big Choice: Electric Toothbrush vs. Manual Toothbrush

We’ve been taught that proper brushing of teeth will ward off dental problems. Brushing our teeth at least two times a day is recommended – after eating breakfast and before going to sleep at night. Choosing a Toothbrush Choosing what kind of toothbrush to use is a...

Preventing Plaque and Tartar Buildup

Bacteria may still be present in your mouth even if you practice proper oral hygiene. The bacteria in your mouth combines with proteins, food byproducts, saliva, and fluids that form on your teeth and create plaque. Plaque (the sticky and colorless film deposit of...

Thumb Sucking & Permanent Teeth

Thumb Sucking is common among children who are under two years old and is usually associated with the child being hungry.  Other children thumb suck when they’re sleeping, teething, upset, tired or shy. About 30% of children in preschool continue to thumb suck. Most...

What are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a surgical procedure where patients get a permanent replacement for a missing tooth or multiple teeth. Patients with dental implants do not have to deal with any pain, discomfort or ill fit; and they don’t have to follow any maintenance procedures...

Sensitive Teeth

Have you ever experienced tingling or pain on your teeth when you sip a cup of hot coffee or take a bite of ice cream? This is a sign of sensitive teeth. Sensitive teeth can also make you flinch intermittently when brushing or flossing. Probable Causes of Sensitive...