What Can I Do to Prevent Dental Problems?
They say, “nothing you wear is more important than your smile.” A great smile is rememberable. It shows confidence, happiness, and fun. However, it does take a little work to keep it that way. Luckily, we provided some daily tips to help keep your teeth healthy and help you prevent...
Problems from a Chipped Tooth
You finished your cold beverage and are left with just the ice. You start crunching away on the cold cubes when all of a sudden, CRACK! That little piece you just chomped on isn’t ice, it is a piece of tooth! 😱 A chipped tooth is common for adults and...
Common Diseases That Cause Tooth Decay
No part of the body functions truly independently, and your teeth are no exception. Tooth decay can be caused by much more than just poor oral hygiene. Tooth decay is often a symptom or warning sign of something much larger, and possibly more dangerous, happening in the body. In fact,...
Common Signs You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Taken Out
Wisdom teeth are our third set of molars that usually come in during your late teens to early twenties. Over time our jaws have shrunk, leaving little room for the extra row of teeth, which is why they can cause pain and need to be extracted. Besides pain, what are...
Are Dental X-Rays Safe During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy is an exciting time and, while your body is undergoing massive amounts of change, it does not mean that you should abandon your dental care routine. In fact, it is important that you take extra-great care of your teeth in order to avoid things like pregnancy gingivitis, and if you...
How Soda and Juice Affect Toddler’s Teeth
Tooth decay is a dental health issue that can affect children. While their baby teeth do fall out, tooth decay at any age can be problematic. One of the biggest culprits of tooth decay in young kids come from many of the drinks that we give them. So how does...
Bruxism: Are You Harming Your Teeth While You Sleep?
No matter how diligently you care for your teeth during the day, you might be harming them overnight or in other situations without even realizing you are doing it. Many people experience teeth grinding and jaw clenching, or a condition known as bruxism, while they sleep or in stressful situations....
Dental Implants: What’s The Recovery Time?
Dental implants are needed for a variety of reasons from injury to tooth decay. No matter what the reason for needing an implant, the process for getting them into your mouth is the same. Implant surgery can be performed at any of our 1st Family Dental offices, but it is more...