Dental & Orthodontics Blog & Insights

Dentists understand that patients don’t love having their mouths poked and prodded. But besides attending your regularly scheduled check-ups, there are instances when you should never skip the dentist’s office, for example, like if you experience a dental emergency. If you’re experiencing serious dental or jaw pain, as a general rule of thumb, you should immediately contact your dental emergency clinic.

Any dental clinic will tell you that prevention is key in the fight against gum diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis. At home, patients can help prevent gum inflammation, plaque, and tartar buildup by following a few simple steps. First, it’s important to brush your teeth twice a day and floss at least once. Never skip a regular dental check-up

Taking your children to the family dentist early (and on a schedule) can help establish a positive association with dental care, particularly if you take them to a pediatric dentist. As our understanding of the development of dental problems has evolved, so has the way we treat children’s teeth and gums. Up to 40 million Americans avoid the dentist because of

There are many adults who want perfect, straight teeth, but are put off by traditional metal braces after adolescence. They may not want to be perceived as “juvenile” for having metal braces, and may be embarrassed to wear them. Metal braces are also very uncomfortable to wear, due to the metal poking the gums or discomfort while eating. As a

When people get dental care, it’s common for the hygienist to recommend stepping up their flossing game. If you think you could use some improvement in the flossing department, don’t be hard on yourself. Too often, flossing is treated like an afterthought. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), using an interdental cleaner such as floss is an essential part of a