Isn’t it funny how most of us “commoners” assume that people of prestige and power somehow bypass certain “rights of passage” or uncomfortable realities of life?  But in reality, even those folks visit the dentist for regular check- ups and deal with painful cavities, root canals and crooked teeth. Famous for her kind smile, sophisticated wave and quiet demeanor, the Queen of England is often reserved, leaving personal information out of the public’s knowledge.  Recently, however, she was visiting a new dental hospital in London and let a little nugget leak out as she interacted with children being fit [...]

The intricacies of the human body never cease to blow our minds! The mouth is no different.  I mean, who knew that just like fingerprints, teeth have their own unique print, and no two teeth are alike?For those of you “old” enough to remember David Letterman, he had a top ten list on his late night television show centered around a specific topic.  So in much the same way, here is the Tooth Top Ten, sure to make you go hmmm.The hardest part on your ENTIRE body is your tooth enamel.Your mouth produces 25,000 quarts of saliva in a lifetime- [...]

Chances are that when most of us brush our teeth, we aren’t thinking about how the daily habit could affect our ability to combat Alzheimer’s disease. Believe it or not, poor oral health can lead to gum disease.  And gum disease can be a risk factor for developing Alzheimer’s. The first phase of gum disease is called gingivitis.  This problem is reversible with good oral care and proper assistance from a dentist.  But if left untreated, pockets of bacteria can form in the mouth and cause further problems. Interestingly, researchers from the University of Central Lancashire have found that [...]

Is your anxiety about a dental experience keeping you away from the dentist?  If so, you aren’t alone. Several market research surveys done show that about 60 percent of people said they suffer from some level of dental appointment fear. Perhaps some of those fears can be eased by simply knowing what, exactly, happens during a dental check-up. First things first: when you make your appt, don’t be afraid to ask how long it will take so you can plan accordingly. Maybe you want to make an early appointment so you have less time to worry about it. If [...]

Halitosis, the technical term for bad breath, is something that plagues many people.  Nobody wants to be labeled as “that person” in the room, but why is it that some folks seem to have worse breath than others?  Here are the top 10 things that can lead to build up and odor producing bacteria in the mouth! Food and Drink(garlic, onions, coffee, alcohol) Medications(these can leave your mouth dry) Tongue Piercings Chronic Dry Mouth Dentures Sinus problems Acid Reflux Tobacco Health Problems(the mouth’s bacteria is connected to gut health) Poor Oral Hygiene—This is the MOST common cause and the MOST preventable too! Fortunately, [...]