When you’re young, your dentist keeps a close eye on your teeth: their shape, the direction in which they’re growing, any sign of wear or tear. That’s because your teeth are still growing in, and are at a greater risk of damage and shifting. But what about adults? Of...
Tooth sensitivity can put a major damper on your week. The mouth is a sensitive place, and if you’re experiencing pain when you brush or sensitivity to heat or cold, especially if you’re avoiding food because of it, stop putting off the inevitable: it’s time to...
We’ve all experienced the annoyance during our nightly routine: makeup has come off, contacts removed, face is washed, teeth are brushed and flossed. You spit the toothpaste into the sink and what do you see? Pink. Bleeding gums may be common, but they don’t have to...
It is well-known that fluoride, in the correct dose, helps strengthen the teeth, keep your smile bright and lower your risk of dental caries, or cavities, with no negative side effects to your overall health. Most of us can remember visiting the dentist as children...
Tooth transplantation initially sounds like a great idea: take a tooth from someplace you don’t need it (such as a wisdom tooth) and use it to replace a tooth lost to injury or decay. Recognizing the potential of the technique, there’s a new center for tooth...
