Times have changed a lot in the past few months. Even though you haven’t been out and about as much as you usually are does not mean your oral hygiene should be forgotten. Staying home as much as possible is essential when it comes to social distancing. This is why preventive dentistry is essential now more than ever! While it’s important to make sure you are stocked up on your oral hygiene products, a little bit can go a long way if you use it correctly. Your dentist can help you determine the perfect amount toothpaste, floss, and mouthwash to use in order to conserve your essential products while keeping your smile beautiful and healthy.

Teeth sensitivity is a common condition that affects millions of Americans. According to a study done by the American Dental Association, 12% of adults experience frequent sensitivity to their teeth or gums. Not only does it cause pain and discomfort in the mouth, but it can make it difficult to enjoy a wide variety of different foods and beverages. Tooth pain is never fun, and it can make you wonder: Is this a sign of a more serious, underlying problem? Your dentist can help you determine why you have sensitive teeth and what you can do about it.

With all the changes the COVID-19 pandemic has made to our everyday lives, it’s completely natural to feel stressed. Sometimes, this reaction can help us stay alert and cautious during uncertain times. However, it’s more well known for the negative health symptoms it causes. While you probably know that stress causes headaches, insomnia, and an upset stomach, did you know it can damage your dental health as well? Your Spring House dentist reveals five stress-related bad dental habits to look out for and how to keep your smile healthy in quarantine.  

Where would you go to get treatment for a knocked-out or broken permanent tooth? Recent studies show that many people spend unnecessary time and money taking their dental emergency to their local ER instead of their emergency dentist. Since hospitals and medical staff alike are overwhelmed with the current COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever to know where to turn for serious issues with your smile. Keep yourself healthy while getting the care you need by calling your Spring House emergency dentist before heading to the ER.

An estimated 20% of the population has had unexpected dental pain in the last 6 months, so there’s a good chance that you or a loved one could have a dental emergency at some point. And, unfortunately, they always seem to happen at the worst time! On top of that, it’s difficult to know whether you need immediate care or not. In this blog, you’ll get an idea of what constitutes a true emergency and get tips for handling the most common situations until you can see an emergency dentist. Learn more below!

When it comes to advice for keeping your heart healthy, you mostly hear about exercise, good dietary choices, and stress management. But what about the link between gum disease and your heart? While it’s gotten more attention in recent years, many people aren’t aware that the two are connected. In this blog, you’ll learn about the signs of gum disease and how it can affect your cardiovascular health. You’ll also get some simple strategies from a dentist for how to keep your gums healthier!

You brush your teeth with fluoridated toothpaste twice every day. You floss to clean every millimeter of your teeth. You rinse with an antibacterial mouthwash for good measure. But still, every time you visit your dentist, you always seem to have cavities. Yet your friend who isn’t nearly as diligent about their oral hygiene always gets off scot-free. What’s going on? As it turns out, some people are just naturally more prone to getting cavities than others. Let’s examine five reasons why.

For most people, the month of February is all about finding that perfect gift for your significant other. For others, it’s about finding the best deals on discounted candy after Valentine’s Day. For your dentist, however, February is also Gum Disease Awareness Month. Because gum disease will affect more than half of Americans at some point in their lives, it’s important you maintain excellent gum health to keep this disease at bay. Here are a few foods you can eat to keep your gums in great condition.

Do you sometimes have bad breath despite daily brushing and flossing? Sure, your teeth and gums might be clean, but you may be missing a large portion of your mouth: your tongue. Not cleaning your tongue can result in bacteria re-depositing on your teeth and gums, resulting in bad breath. So, just how and why should you clean your tongue? A dentist is here with the answers.

Going to the dentist is pretty much no one’s favorite activity. That’s probably why only about one-third of Americans even visit their dentist yearly, according to the American Dental Association. Many of us avoid dental checkups out of financial concerns. However, getting these appointments squared away twice a year can save you leaps and bounds of money in the long run. Here are six reasons why.