Good oral health means keeping your teeth and gums clean and free of debris. This helps prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and tooth loss. It also helps maintain your ability to speak and chew properly. Here are the major good oral hygiene habits to be followed to maintain good oral health: Practice good oral hygiene […]
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an infection of the gums and surrounding tissues. If left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss. Gum disease is caused by plaque and bacteria buildup that irritates the gums. The gums become inflamed, irritated, and swollen. The gums can begin to recede, exposing the roots […]
Sedation dentistry is a practice that administers medication to a patient prior to a dental procedure. Sedation dentistry helps patients stay calm and relaxed during treatment. If a patient has dental anxiety, sedation dentistry can help the patient get through a procedure. There are different types of sedation dentistry options, such as: Inhalation Sedation Sedation […]
Kids and adults clench or grind their teeth. It is called bruxism and it usually happens at night. Regular teeth grinding can cause significant enamel erosion and other oral health issues. Picacho Dental is here to assist you. Bruxism and Impact on Teeth Sleep bruxism is an involuntary clenching and grinding of the teeth while […]
Since childhood, we’ve been told that we should brush our teeth every day. It helps remove food deposits and bacteria from the tooth surfaces, thereby keeping the teeth clean and preventing both gum disease and dental decay. Today, with the consistent intake of packaged food, our diets have been affected and we’ve become vulnerable to […]
It is quite common for most people to grind and clench their teeth from time to time. But the teeth get damaged and oral health complications arise when people grind the teeth more regularly. Bruxism is considered a sleep-related movement disorder when people regularly grind their teeth during sleep. People who have it are likely […]
Whether it is a child falling on his chin or an adult involved in an accident, a tooth can get knocked out of its socket. Very few people know that a knocked-out tooth can be placed back into its socket and salvaged. Often, the tooth can be re-attached to become fully functional again, if placed […]
The formation of dental plaque on your teeth is a continuous process. This sticky colorless or pale yellow film is formed when your saliva combines with food and releases bacteria. When given a chance to accumulate on your teeth, it turns into a harder substance called tartar and can lead to various oral health issues. […]
It is a common belief that loose teeth occur just in children. But that is not so. According to studies, adults can also have loose and weak teeth. However, there are ways you can make your teeth stronger naturally. Keep reading to learn more about how to make your teeth stronger naturally and contact Dr. […]
We all know the importance of maintaining our oral hygiene. But, while it is easy to do that in your home or a hotel, what happens when you plan a camping trip or just spend lots of time outdoors? A few fun days of camping can naturally lead to you neglecting your oral hygiene. Our […]
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