It’s common knowledge that plenty of beverages are not good for your health. The excessive amounts of sugar, caffeine, or alcohol found in a lot of popular drinks have well-documented impacts on your body. However, you may not be aware of the immediate impacts that these beverages can have on your teeth. Below is a… Continue reading Be Wary of These Beverages
Category: Oral Health
Men: Keep Your Mouth Healthy
Men, dental examinations and treatment are important for you, too. Did you know according to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), by age 72 men lose an average of 5 teeth? That number jumps to 12 if you are also a smoker. Here’s what you need to know about keeping your mouth healthy. Follow these… Continue reading Men: Keep Your Mouth Healthy
5 Myths of Teeth Sensitivity
MYTH: People’s teeth are supposed to hurt when they bite into cold or hot foods. Feelings of sensitivity when eating hot or cold foods should not be a typical experience. If you suffer from hypersensitivity, it can actually be a sign that something is wrong. There are many causes for hypersensitivity including cavities, older dental… Continue reading 5 Myths of Teeth Sensitivity
9 Facts About Tongues
We use our tongues every day to talk, taste, and swallow, yet we rarely take time to think about this flexible organ. Here are 9 things you may not know about the tongue: 1. The longest recorded tongue was more than 3.8 inches from back to tip; the widest measured over 3” across.… Continue reading 9 Facts About Tongues
Oral Hygiene and Heart Disease
Gum disease symptoms to watch out for: persistent bad breath swollen, red gums tender gums that bleed easily pain with chewing highly sensitive teeth receding gums or sunken teeth loose teeth or changes in bite Dr. Koehne will evaluate your teeth and review your medical history. During your visit, he may: measure your gums with… Continue reading Oral Hygiene and Heart Disease
3 Reasons You Need to Visit the Dentist
With a busy schedule, it may be a challenge to schedule your routine dental visit or you may just forget about it altogether. Remember that prevention is protection. For most patients, we recommend you visit us at least every six months. More frequent visits may be necessary if you are at a higher risk for… Continue reading 3 Reasons You Need to Visit the Dentist
Coffee and Your Teeth
Coffee contains ingredients called tannins, which are a type of polyphenol that breaks down in water. They are also found in beverages like wine or tea. Tannins cause color compounds to stick to your teeth. When these compounds stick, they can leave an unwanted yellow hue behind. It only takes one cup of coffee a… Continue reading Coffee and Your Teeth
3 Common Causes & Remedies for Bad Breath
According to the American Dental Association, 50% of adults experience bad breath at some point in their life. Although some causes are harmless, others may be signaling something more serious. Below are three common causes of bad breath, accompanied by the best remedy for each cause. Food Have you ever heard the phrase, “You are… Continue reading 3 Common Causes & Remedies for Bad Breath
3 Ways to Fix a Chipped Tooth
Chipping a tooth could be uncomfortable and embarrassing. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to fix a chipped tooth. We will recommend a solution based on your particular needs. Here are three options we may provide you: 1. Dental Bonding Bonding is a quick and easy solution for most small, cosmetic chips.… Continue reading 3 Ways to Fix a Chipped Tooth
Can You Inherit Oral Health Issues?
Most serious oral health issues can be prevented by maintaining an effective routine of dental hygiene and in-office care. However, you could be at higher risk for some oral illnesses due to hereditary factors. Awareness and proper treatment can help minimize these risks. Here are a few of the most common oral health concerns that… Continue reading Can You Inherit Oral Health Issues?