You brush and floss your teeth, and that’s great! Some people choose to include mouthwash in their oral hygiene routines. If you are considering doing the same, read on! The first thing you should know is that not all mouthwashes are created equal. There are two main categories of mouthwash, therapeutic and cosmetic. Cosmetic mouthwashes are not very useful. They... read more »
Are you protecting your teeth from the causes of toothaches? A toothache refers to an increase in sensitivity produced when nerves within your pulp, located in the roots of your teeth, are damaged. This can be the result of an infection, an oral accident or injury, bad oral hygiene, or tooth loss including extractions, and in some situations, the pain... read more »
There are lots of ridges and bumps on the human tongue. All of these contours can hide plaque and bacteria that may be missed while brushing. People who have dentures have found cleaning their tongue very important to cleaning out plaque and bacteria and avoiding bad breath. Cleaning the tongue is a simple process. After the dentures are brushed, go... read more »
If you have recently had a tooth extraction, make sure you are getting the care you need to heal yourself and your mouth. Not all teeth or patients are the same, so your treatment options should not be the same as well. It is important to always listen to your dentist for maximum efficiency in the recovery process. Our team... read more »
There have been many articles posted online over the past several years claiming that there is little scientific backing to the practice of flossing. This has been incredibly unfortunate because those studies have been misrepresented by the internet’s love of sensational headlines. Flossing your teeth is incredibly beneficial for preventing decay as long as proper technique is learned and used.... read more »
Baby teeth are extremely important, especially when it comes to the future smile. So, because baby teeth are so important, it is also important that you take good care of your child’s teeth. To help you do so, our team at Art & Science Family Dentistry recommends doing the following things: · Regularly clean your child’s gums before the teeth... read more »
