Oral Health Blogs

You may have heard that there is a relationship between poor oral health and heart disease. Numerous studies have demonstrated that those with poor oral health are more likely to suffer from other health issues, such as heart disease in particular.

Do you wonder are your Teeth bones? Are teeth bones? Are teeth considered bones? Most people think that teeth are bones, but teeth are not actually bones. Both contain calcium, which is essential for bone growth. Your bones and teeth can store more than 99.9% of your body's calcium but your blood contains approximately 1%. Despite these differences, the composition of teeth and bones is quite different. These differences affect how they heal and how they should care for.

Are your teeth smooth when you touch them with your tongue? Do your teeth feel rough. A dentist should check your teeth if you have rough teeth. This is a sign that your teeth are in need of some attention. We’ll discuss some common causes of gritty feeling on the back of your front teeth and some possible solutions to help you achieve the smile that you always wanted.

Oral health is related to overall wellness. And being healthy is beautiful! So what do healthy hair and strong teeth have in common? Can Oral Health Cause Hair Loss? We cover all your concerns.

We’ve all heard it a million times - brush your teeth, for two minutes, twice a day, and floss at least once a day to keep up your oral health. But what if we told you that by maintaining your oral health, you’ll actually help maintain your health overall? The mouth is often seen as the entrance to the rest of the body, so it should make plenty of sense that if you have oral health issues, these can lead to other health issues in your body.

To bust a myth, fluoride is not an unnatural substance but can be found in nature, in many foods, and even many water sources. But there are many health concerns, so why not go for a more effective and natural solution, first discovered by NASA!

Acid reflux, also known as GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a condition that effects at least one out of five (20%) of adult Americans.But rarely is there enough said about treating the highly destructive effect of GERD upon your teeth. When this highly acidic mixture hits the mouth, the result can be a highly destructive erosion of your teeth.

Acid reflux, also known as GERD, is an unpleasant and unhealthy condition. While much is said about its stomach issues and burning sensations, people often underestimate, or miss altogether, the damage the acids cause to an individuals teeth. There are some steps one can take to prevent, or lessen, this damage.

For a whiter smile, protecting your enamel is very important. As we grow older, our teeth often start looking yellow and tired. This happens as a result of our enamel (which is pretty darn white) thinning from erosion which now exposes the yellowish layer underneath. So, naturally your teeth will look yellower as your enamel layer gets thinner and weaker.

Yellow, ugly teeth primarily come from two things: one, staining from foods, drinks and smoking and two, from the erosion and thinning of your enamel which exposes the yellowish inner tooth. But whether it be coffee, wine, or just some yummy berries there are ways to lessen the damage, and protect your enamel. After all, it is important that you keep your smile bright, white and healthy for years to come!

Getting your calcium and D3 is important to building strong bones. But, without the supporting minerals, especially zinc, the body's process of bone formation won't function well. Find out about zinc, and other bone building minerals, in this blog.

When to brush your teeth is a question we are often asked. But understanding first when NOT to brush your teeth can help you take much better care of your teeth and help them to last for a lifetime of good use.