This is the process of tooth decay. Sugar + bacteria=acid Acid + healthy tooth=decay. Simply put this is how your teeth decay. Now, sugar can be in the form of pop, candy and carbohydrates. Carbohydrates that sit on your teeth and are broken down into sugar is what causes tooth decay. Lack of brushing and [...]

Dental implants are designed to provide function as well as an esthetic purpose. Patients that choose dental implants will regain their ability to eat, smile and not worry that there are gaps are holes where missing teeth have been. Implants are small titanium posts that are placed in the jaw where the missing tooth or [...]

Question: If I go to a PPO dentist can they charge me more for a crown than what you tell me the portion I have to pay for. Example– All Porcelain Crown they say I must pay $1450- you will pay about $300 so I must pay the dentist $1150.00  They call it a upgrade [...]

Unfortunately, you have been told you have periodontal disease. This is the worst stage because this is involving bone structure and probably tooth loss. Periodontal disease can be treated but cannot be reversed. Periodontitis is a form of periodontal disease and is an ongoing bacterial infection that can involve the entire mouth or just a [...]

You have been told that you have periodontal disease and now you are looking into your options for the utmost care. You have many questions about what could happen if you let it go to what could happen if you treat it. This article will help you figure out what is best for your. Option [...]

Denture sores are caused by different things. Sores can be caused by ill fitting or loose dentures which end up rubbing the gum tissue causing the area to become inflamed and irritated. Sometimes sores are caused by brand new dentures that are too tight, and it does make it hard to eat and wear them [...]

Your dentist has gone over all options with you about the procedure of getting dentures. The cost of them and what it will entail are all things that the dentist has provided you with. There are several ways to make dentures and to have them to you as quickly as possible so that you can [...]

Getting new dentures is an adjustment and will take getting used to at first. You have to eat a little differently, adjust to the speech change and get used to having more saliva in your mouth. These are all temporary changes but are still important to know how to adjust to them. You also will [...]

Dental Implants have been around dentistry for years but have only really come in to dental conversations for about 5-10 years now. Dental implants are a type of restoration that replaces a missing tooth. This type of technique is a great way to preserve bone and saves the rest of the teeth and keeps them [...]

Dentures are an alternative to having your permanent teeth. Dentures are also a way to preserve your mouth and have a great smile. Knowing if you need dentures is something your dentist will talk with you about. Dentures replace lost or missing teeth and helps preserve your facial muscles. Teeth are actually used for more [...]

Are you off for a business trip on a faraway place? Perhaps, you are on your way to your dream vacation to one of the best tourist destinations in the tropics? Wherever you are going, don’t forget to bring along your basic necessities most importantly your toothbrush. Travel toothbrushes are everywhere, from grocery shelves to [...]

Search the internet for cheap electric toothbrushes and you can find a lot of entries. Sometimes, cheap does not translate to poor quality. It’s actually the marketing efforts and advertising campaigns that make products very expensive. Nowadays wherein the economy is not at its strongest, being practical really helps even when it comes to choosing [...]

In this technologically advanced world, you can find innovative products in the market. Even toothbrushes are no exception. They are made with unique features which were not present before, particularly in traditional tootbrushes. Water Pik or electric toothbrush? This kind of question is often asked by people who are very serious when it comes to [...]

Probably one of the latest dental technologies to hit the market by storm, the Waterpik ultra dental water Jet WP100 toothbrush is truly a bestseller. This very unique dental gadget allows one to clean areas in the mouth which an ordinary toothbrush cannot do. Well, this is a must-have in itself because of the following [...]

There are times when we are caught between choosing one thing over the other. Our toothbrushes do not spare us from that predicament too. Will you go electric or manual? We all know that each one has its own benefit. However, it all boils down to your specific needs. What kind of lifestyle do you [...]