When it comes to your oral health, you probably know about the foods and drinks that can harm it. Coffee can stain the teeth, while soda is highly acidic and can lead to enamel erosion. So, what should you drink instead? You may be happy to hear that green tea can actually improve your oral […]

The oral bacteria in your mouth are responsible for cavities, tooth decay, and gum disease. In order to prevent these problems, it is important to minimize oral bacteria levels in the mouth. Starving the bacteria of the fuel they need to survive is one way to do that. How Do Oral Bacteria Survive? Oral bacteria […]

A composite filling is white or tooth-colored in nature. It provides a strong, durable way of replacing the plastic and glass that were used in dental fillings in the past (a.k.a. amalgam fillings). While these do make a great option for restoring your decayed or fractured teeth (even for making small cosmetic improvements) you need […]

When you need to have X-rays performed orally, then you might wonder why or what they are for. You might wonder if they are going to do anything for your smile. You want to know if they are really worth the cost and will actually help you orally. In short, the answer is yes. We […]