Dental Blog

It may seem logical that the harder you brush your teeth, the cleaner they’ll be. But applying too much pressure can actually weaken the outer layers of the tooth structure. This condition, called dental abrasion, can occur when any foreign object causes friction against your teeth and gradually wears away the enamel on the surface. If you’ve noticed the signs of dental abrasion, small...

Introduction There are few things more painful than severe tooth pain. Whether it’s sharp or dull, always there, or comes and goes, it can have a seriously debilitating effect the longer it goes on. Read on for more information on the causes of severe tooth pain, pain relief measures, and the treatment that you can expect to receive from a...

What are Retainers? Retainers are orthodontic appliances that maintain the new position of your teeth after orthodontic treatment. This is because teeth have a tendency to move back into their original positions due to growth-related factors affecting the gums and tissues of the periodontal ligament. Getting older can also affect teeth movement. Because of this risk, the devices are necessary...

Having a missing tooth is not just an issue of vanity; the void can cause teeth to shift creating malocclusion and other dental problems, make it difficult to get proper nutrition, prevent proper communication and can even cause a person to earn less money. It is for these reasons a dentist will recommend options to fill the gap including choices such as dentures, braces or dental implants and many...

The Process of Cosmetic Dentistry Are you considering cosmetic dentistry in San Antonio, TX? Fixing your teeth can boost your confidence and make you look years younger. The following article offers answers to questions people often have about cosmetic dentistry procedures, and what they’re all about. What is cosmetic dentistry? Cosmetic dentistry is a term used to refer to any dental...

When it’s time to brush, children may firmly clamp their mouth shut and shake their heads. It could be a stubborn phase, or it could be that their teeth are sensitive and brushing causes them pain. In some cases, kids develop sensitive teeth for the same reasons adults do. But for some kids, the sensitivity might be connected to another...

Accidents happen, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth. Here are some tips for common dental emergencies: For a knocked-out permanent or adult tooth, keep it moist at all times. If you can, try placing the tooth back in the socket without touching the root. If that’s not possible, place...

Taking care of your infant’s baby teeth and gums set the stage for a healthy smile. Here are five dental care musts that every parent should know:  √ Clean your infant’s gums. Use gauze to clean your baby’s gums after feedings and at bedtime. Ideally, this should be done even before your child’s first tooth erupts. √  Take your infant to the dentist. Schedule your...

You only have one chance to make a good first impression. You want people to remember your confidence and smarts — not your breath. Bad breath (halitosis) has many causes. But lucky for you it has even more solutions. CAUSE: Bacteria that breed inside your mouth. These little bugs lurk between your teeth and cover your tongue. When they get stuck in one place, they multiply...