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If you’re planning on traveling anytime soon, you may already have a list of things to do to prepare: Pack your clothes, check the weather, book your flights, figure out accommodations, refill prescriptions that you will need to take with you, and so on. Although it’s probably not the first thing on your mind, it’s also a good idea …
Did you know that the medications you take can impact your oral health? When your doctor prescribes you a medication, it’s because the benefits of the drug outweigh the risks of side effects. Sometimes, the side effects of certain medications can cause changes in your oral health. Take a look at these common symptoms and see if they could be caused …
With just a couple of weeks until the end of 2016, you might be thinking ahead to your new year’s resolutions. If you’re curious about how many people make such resolutions, you can check out Statistic Brain. Most telling, however, is that only 8 percent of people keep their first-of-the-year promises to themselves! Since a huge percentage …
As a woman, you might have a lot of things blamed on hormones. While some of it is simply untrue, hormones can actually affect your dental care. Read on to find out how ovulation, your menstrual period, hormonal birth control, and pregnancy can take its toll on your oral health, as well as some suggestions on dealing with these issues, which half of …
A cancer diagnosis is an overwhelming and scary experience to go through. In addition to battling the cancer, you also need to tackle side effects from the treatment, which can be difficult. If you or a loved one are going through cancer treatments, you might be surprised to learn how much they can affect your dental health. Here are some ways that …
It’s something that none of us expects to happen. Whether it’s a car accident, a thrown baseball or some other trauma, a tooth can become dislodged from your mouth. While your initial response might be to panic, it’s important to stay calm and keep your wits about you. Here are the steps you should take immediately after a tooth is …
If your dentist has told you that you need to have a crown placed on your tooth, you might feel nervous and unsure of what to expect. A crown is a piece of metal or porcelain (or both) that covers your natural tooth. It’s made to fit your bite, so if your natural tooth has a good shape, the crown will have the same shape. If your natural tooth …
Fall is a great time for cozying up and enjoying warm comfort foods. Sometimes, however, these special fall foods are less than friendly when it comes to your dental health. While you probably already know that sticky (but delicious) pecan pie, the kids’ leftover Halloween candy, and pancakes coated in maple syrup are not the best choices as far …
Are you unhappy with the way your smile looks, so your dentist has suggested braces as a possible solution? Or maybe your dentist has told you that your child will benefit from dental braces. Hearing this news for the first time can make you feel overwhelmed and nervous. There are many myths about orthodontic braces floating around, and now is a great …
You probably have a first aid kit in your home that has everything you might need in the case of a minor emergency. It likely includes bandages, antibiotic ointment, allergy medication, a pain reliever and medication for nausea or heartburn. Have you ever thought about putting together a dental first aid kit as well? Having the items on hand that you …