WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PLAQUE AND CALCULUS? Plaque is soft: Everyone has bacteria in their mouth. Some strains of bacteria are good. However, some are bad and cause halitosis (bad breath), gingivitis, periodontal disease, and cavities. Throughout the day the bacteria in our mouth reproduce and build a slime layer to protect themselves and their colony. …
The chewing surface of your teeth are not smooth. They have grooves and pits where plaque and food particles can collect. The bristles on your toothbrush often cannot reach all the way down in the grooves (as seen in the picture). A sealant is a coating that can be placed by your dental office to…
Many people have anxiety when going to the dentist. But when it comes to taking care of your teeth, avoiding the dentist will only cause more problems and cost more money. The longer you wait before visiting the dentist, the more bacteria will grow on your teeth and cause them to slowly rot. If you…
Expecting mothers are often concerned about the safety of having dental work done while they are pregnant. Fortunately, almost all dental procedures are completely safe to undergo during pregnancy. In fact, it is highly recommended that pregnant women continue to have regular dental checkups while pregnant. A woman’s hormone levels increase during pregnancy, causing bacteria…
Getting older doesn’t have to mean losing your teeth. With the right care, you can have healthy, beautiful teeth and gums that will last you a lifetime. As you age, your teeth and gums can become more difficult to maintain. This can be caused by many factors. Older adults are more likely to suffer from…
As part of our new website, we are going to try to incorporate a blog to be able to discuss dental care, treatment options and anything else we feel could be of interest to our patients. We look forward to posting some brief, but informative articles to educate and help you stay connected to us,…