Most people are familiar with the services a dentist provides. And even those who’ve never had orthodontic treatment know what an orthodontist does. But what does an endodontist do? Even if you’ve undergone root canal treatment — the procedure by which endodontists are typically associated with — there’s much more to this specialized branch of…
Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications were originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes. But when patients reported losing weight after being prescribed the medication, it became a breakthrough drug for those whose long-term battles with obesity and overweight had never been won. Although most people focus on the advantages of these medications, every prescription drug…
Fans of the HBO series “The White Lotus” became involved in a lively debate during season three, when English actress Aimee Lou Wood’s smile revealed a conspicuous overbite and unevenly shaped teeth. Those accustomed to the perfect Hollywood smile that’s the American standard criticized her for failing to conform, while others praised Wood for embracing…
You may think that you’re doing all you can to maintain good oral health, but some habits are detrimental to your efforts. Like most bad habits, they tend to be performed “on automatic” without you even being aware of them. The ability to identify such behaviors is the first step in stopping them and preventing…
The idea of having a dead tooth in your mouth may seem rather macabre. But instead of being the premise for a horror movie, it’s a relatively common condition affecting more than 15 million people every year. If you nevertheless find the description somewhat unsettling, it’s also known as a non-vital tooth. Although we usually…
Since 1981, the American Dental Association (ADA) has proclaimed February as National Children’s Dental Health Month. This annual observance brings together dentists, other healthcare providers and teachers to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their parents and caregivers. Why is this month-long campaign necessary? According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
We like to consider ourselves savvy and sophisticated, but sometimes we accept common misconceptions as fact – especially when it comes to dental health! In this case, of course, ignorance is far from bliss, and can lead to serious issues. Because our team at NK Family Dental is dedicated to keeping your smile healthy for…
There is never a good time for a dental emergency, but holidays seem to be the worst — especially this year when many of us feel more comfortable attending family and social gatherings and enjoying seasonal activities. However, pent-up demand for fun can increase the risk for cracking or chipping a tooth on foods such…
If you’ve heard the term “impacted tooth” or “tooth impaction,” it’s most likely been in the context of wisdom teeth. In such a case, the third molar – commonly called a wisdom tooth – is unable to erupt from the gum, which usually occurs between ages 17 and 25. In many cases, the mouth is…
Preventing tooth decay is what people typically consider to be the main goal of oral health. While cavity prevention is obviously important, healthy gums are the true foundation of not only oral health but overall health. As a Healthline article so succinctly puts it, “Even if you’re cavity-free and have the pearliest chompers in town,…
