Not all gum pain is a sign of something serious—but it can be. The symptoms you have determine whether you can handle your gum issues at home through simple changes to your dental routine or whether it’s time to make an appointment with your dentist. Brushing Too Hard Most people first notice their gum pain…
Fear of the dentist is not uncommon. There are as many reasons for the phobia as there are people. For some, the anxiety may be a bad dental exam in the past, for others, it could be that it’s been a long time since the last appointment and they’re scared of what the dentist might…
One year ago, we posted a blog about allergies, snoring, and sleep apnea. It’s one of our most widely read and shared articles. In recognition of Better Sleep Month, and with an acute awareness that we are in for some seasonal allergy suffering, we’re dusting it off for you. We hope you learn something helpful!…
Thumb-sucking is a common childhood habit. Many first find this pacifying activity while in the womb. And though it doesn’t cause problems when children are very young, if allowed to continue for too long, thumb-sucking can lead to long-term dental problems. Babies and young children are soothed by the action of sucking on thumbs, fingers,…
