5 Things Periodontitis Sufferers Need To Know About Bone Grafting

Periodontitis is a serious type of gum disease, but it doesn't just affect your gums. It also attacks the tissues that support your teeth like your ligaments, and worse, your jawbone. If you have lost jawbone tissue as a result of periodontitis, your dentist may recommend bone grafting. Here are five things you need to know about this treatment. How does periodontitis damage your jawbone? A healthy jawbone remodels itself constantly to keep itself strong. Read More 

Four Ways To Ensure Your Child’s Dental Health Stays Top-Notch During The First Year Of School

When your child is little and home with you all of the time, you can make sure he or she brushes well after every meal and avoids sugary drinks that may harm his or her teeth. When the first year or school rolls around, however, you lose a bit of that control. You're not there to make sure your child brushes after lunch or drinks calcium-rich milk rather than soda. Even the mornings become more chaotic as you're rushing to get out the door to school, and you may forget to have your child brush his or her teeth. Read More 

What Facts You Should Know About Dental Crowns

Everyone wants a beautiful smile, but few people are naturally born with one. Luckily, even if you have weak, discolored and damaged teeth, dental crowns can give you a gorgeous smile. If you are considering getting dental crowns, check out these seven important facts. They Can Prevent Tooth Loss Teeth that have become weak from lots of decay, big cracks, large fillings or even a root canal are more likely to shatter when faced with the pressures of daily chewing. Read More 

Why You Should Not Be Afraid Of Dental Implant Bone Grafts

Missing teeth can sometimes be replaced with dental implants, and the process requires surgical intervention. Implants can be used even if you are an individual who has jawbone deterioration underneath the gums. However, your oral surgeon may suggest the placement of a bone graft. This may seem like a frightening and painful prospect, but you should know that bone grafts are often routine procedures performed by oral surgeons. If your worries and concerns are still keeping you from investing in your oral health, then keep reading to learn about some bone grafting facts that should reduce your concerns. Read More 

5 Ways Oil Pulling Works To Improve Your Oral Health

Oil pulling has become a popular oral healthcare technique. People claim oil pulling not only improves your oral health, but can improve your overall health. While extensive studies utilizing oil pulling have not been completed, there are logical reasons why oil pulling would solve many oral health issues. Below are five of the more common reasons people turn to oil pulling, and why they work.  Reducing Inflammation  Inflammation of the gums has several causes, including the presence of bacteria and brushing or flossing too hard. Read More