Any number of factors can cause dental phobia, and millions of Americans suffer from it. In some cases, a previous bad experience with a dentist, such as a failed attempt at anesthesia that causes a lifelong aversion, is the root. In other cases, it’s mere exposure to bad representations of dentistry in the media or…
When you visit your dentist, it’s not uncommon for you to receive dental imaging, X-Rays, as part of the treatment you’ll receive. X-rays are particularly common in cases where the patient is a child. The rapidly changing nature of their jaw and teeth makes it necessary to keep a sharp eye on their development. Dr.…
Author 360blogPosted on Categories BlogLeave a comment on Halloween Candy: Your Dental Survival GuideIf you find yourself grabbing those bags of mixed candies for Halloween, then be aware of the tricks behind these colorful bags of sweets. For any health-conscious person or a parent worried about their child’s oral health, Halloween candy can be the crux of anyone’s spooky night when a toothache comes around. It can severely…
Restorations can be the most exciting and reinvigorating part about visiting the dentist; you get to see improvement in your smile, see changes in your confidence and self-esteem, and overall have an optimistic approach to your oral health. However, once your dentist’s work is all said and done, the real challenge to having healthier teeth…
While you may imagine your teeth as solid blocks of enamel wedged into your gum, they’re actually complex structures with multiple layers and tissues. Our teeth develop and change as we get older, and proper care is necessary to make sure we maintain them for a lifetime. If you’ve ever been curious about the internal…
Cavities that occur due to a lack of oral hygiene, or other causes are among the most common diseases that impact our oral health. Cavities, or tooth decay, can lead to infections called tooth abscesses that destroy the pulp inside the tooth, leading to extensive and expensive treatment. Good dentists work towards preventing the onset…
Mouthguards have significant use in sports; they protect one’s teeth and jaws from traumatic injuries and help prevent long-term conditions. Typically, most mouthguards are made of inexpensive plastic or impression materials that mold to the form of one’s teeth, such as boil-in-bites. However, mouth guards have more uses beyond sports. For people who suffer from…
Root canals can help save a tooth that’s badly infected and decaying, and for those with infected teeth, it can be a terrifying concept to imagine. However, dental technology has helped repair tooth trauma without the side effects of intense drilling and tooth extraction, and many dentists today can safely perform root canals by observing…
Author 360blogPosted on Categories BlogLeave a comment on Foods That Are Beneficial to Your Oral HealthEating healthy foods can be great for weight loss and maintaining your overall health. The saying, “You are what you eat” really does have some truth to it; every food you take in has to be processed and digested into your system, so your body can absorb the nutrients needed to function. Those nutrients, such…
Author 360blogPosted on Categories BlogLeave a comment on Foods That Are Beneficial to Your Oral HealthNutritionists and primary care doctors will always tell you that eating nutritious foods will help maintain proper body health. Now we’re here to tell you that eating healthy foods can also help your teeth and gums too! While maintaining optimal oral hygiene and regular visits to your dentist can help keep your teeth healthy, making…
If you have been experiencing cracks, chips, discoloration, or misalignment issues with your teeth, then veneers might be the simple solution you need. Veneers are thin shells placed onto the surface of one or more teeth to cover visual imperfections. By bonding to the teeth, veneers help create a symmetrical, white smile and are usually…
New Year’s resolutions all revolve around self-care, health, and aspirations in life. It’s a time to be positive about the future and allows you to focus on making changes in your life that matter. Most people typically think of traveling, dieting, exercise, and mental health as goals for the future, and many times people have…
Author 360blogPosted on Categories Blog, Dentistry GeneralLeave a comment on Overcoming Dental PhobiaDental phobia is a common occurrence, but as you regular get your teeth checked, for those who grow up with getting their teeth checked, it can get easier. However, some people don’t get over their encounters at the dentist. There are thousands of people that still have a huge fear of the dentist, even if…
Dentures help give off the illusion of natural teeth and help those who have lost their teeth regain their smiles back. However, for those who are new to dentures, caring for them can be a bit of a concern. They feel weird in your mouth at first, it can be hard to talk, and chewing…
There’s nothing quite like flashing a beautiful white smile to make you feel confident and beautiful, but it can sometimes be hard to achieve. All the brushing, flossing, and mouthwash in the world isn’t going to always keep your teeth perfectly white. That’s why there are whitening treatments that can address concerns ranging from simple…
Medical emergencies and first aid treatments are frequently spoken about when it comes to what to do in cases of dental injuries; those tend to be left out of discussions. The mouth is a vital yet highly susceptible part of the body, but not many people know about the preventive steps that can be taken…
When you’re looking to have a smile renovation without losing your natural healthy teeth you may have considered veneers. This restorative procedure first was developed in the 1920s and were primarily used to ensure that actors had that perfect Hollywood smile while filming. These original veneers were temporary and weren’t thought to be a treatment…
It’s generally considered rude to tell someone to smile more these days, but there are some incredible benefits to wearing a happy smile that cannot be denied. While most people believe that a smile is a sign of a happy or upbeat mood, this isn’t the entire truth of the situation. Research has revealed that…
While few people have a truly perfect smile, sometimes we discover that our smiles have a few more imperfections than we’re strictly comfortable with. If this is the case a simple restoration or two may not be sufficient, instead you may be looking for a complete smile makeover. Using a number of restorative, reconstructive, and…
Our teeth play an important role in everyday activities like chewing, talking, and even singing, but what do we do when through age, poor oral hygiene, or misadventure we lose our teeth? For a while missing a single tooth or two isn’t going to cause too much concern unless it’s in the front and quite…
In our 20’s there’s last passage of our childhood that may have to be faced as pertains to our dental health, the arrival of our wisdom teeth. These teeth are the last part of our oral development and only occur in approximately 50% of all people, but for those who do receive them surgery is…
Fillings are a common part of the dental experience, with patients who need them getting to decide between the classic amalgam filling and a composite one. One of the first questions many patients ask is what the difference is between the two, and which will be the best choice for their oral health. Fillings have…
A visit to your dentist is also an opportunity to spend some time with your hygienist, that nice assistant who comes in and does the initial prep for your visit with the dentist. While they’re taking the time to get you ready and asking questions about the time since your last visit, why not take…
Recent decades have led to extraordinary advancements in cosmetic treatments as technology makes it possible to achieve things that have never been possible before. With this advancing technology comes a rapid growth of ever-changing terminology that can be difficult for experts, let alone layman, to keep up with. Among these advancements are a series of…
There’s been a growing body of research that indicates that oral health has a more significant impact on the overall health of individuals than had previously been appreciated, and some of the most recent data suggests that there is a strong correlation between oral health and occurrences of Alzheimer’s. It’s understandable if you suspected that…
If you’re living with diabetes you may not have considered how your oral health is involved outside of your diet. A growing body of studies has revealed that diabetes has a direct effect on oral health, and can, in fact, be the result of poor dental hygiene as well, albeit indirectly. What all this means…
When we start thinking about dental health, we’re usually concerned with issues like cavities, gingivitis, needing fillings, crowns, or root canals. We don’t usually consider the implications that having poor dental health can have for our overall health, or what effects our overall health can have on our dental health. While avoiding the issues mentioned…
For most people missing teeth are the result of poor dental hygiene or traumatic accidents that make it necessary to perform an extraction. For some, however, missing teeth are the result of a condition known as ‘hypodontia’, which refers to a congenital condition in which teeth fail to grow in or develop. Thankfully there are…
Crow’s feet, brow furrows, fine lines, sagging eyelids, and wrinkles. These are probably the things you think of when you think of Botox, right? More than seven million Americans got Botox fillers in 2017. But, not all seven million of those people received Botox for cosmetic reasons. Many of those seven million people visit dentists…
A dazzling smile is composed of several different elements. While, white teeth that are perfectly aligned make up the most commonly recognized components of a beautiful smile, they are not the sole contributing factor. Just as important as having white, straight teeth is also having teeth that are shaped and size proportionately to your face…
