While some dental and oral conditions can be prevented by maintaining good oral hygiene, others have a fate determined only by genetics. This is the case for our wisdom teeth and how they grow — or don’t grow — in our mouths as we age. It’s likely you know many people who have had their…
It’s the eternal debate. Do you call it soda or pop? Here in Chicago, most of us call it pop, but you’re more likely to call it soda if you’re from the South. Just as there are many colloquial terms for soda pop, the effects of those carbonated sugary drinks on your smile also come…
Getting a tooth pulled may sound like a worst-case scenario for those with high anxiety about going to the dentist. However, teeth extractions are a routine procedure for your dentist, and can help improve both your oral and overall health. In this blog post, we cover why you might need a tooth extracted and what…
Gum disease – otherwise known as periodontal disease – develops from infection in the soft tissue around the teeth and jawbone anchoring the teeth. According to the American Dental Association, 47.2% of adults over the age of 30 suffer from gum disease, which is the leading cause of tooth loss. According to Colgate Professional,…
We saw in our previous blog post how stress can affect your oral health. This week, we look beyond how our mental well-being and oral health are connected. Your oral health isn’t contained just to your mouth. In fact, your whole body is affected by your oral health! Neglecting to take care of small problems…
Stress is something that everyone experiences at a point in their lives, for various reasons. Although it has no singular definition, it is most commonly recognized as “a physical, mental or emotional strain or tension.” For many people, dental problems or even the thought of visiting the dentist can cause a degree of stress. But…
