by The Dental Place | Sep 2, 2019 | Cavity, Dentist, lost a tooth, Oral Health, Root Canal, Teeth
What is tooth decay? Tooth decay is damage that occurs when bacteria makes acids that eat away at a tooth. Tooth decay can lead to holes in the teeth, known as cavities. If not treated, tooth decay can cause pain, infection, and tooth loss. Tooth decay is heavily...
by The Dental Place | Sep 2, 2019 | Gum Disease, Oral Health
How often do you floss…? Remember! Flossing is as important as brushing. Proper flossing removes plaque and food particles in places where a toothbrush cannot easily reach – under the gum line and between your teeth. Because plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay and...
by The Dental Place | Sep 2, 2019 | Cleaning, Gum Disease, Oral Health
Smoking is proven to negatively affect oral, dental and overall health. The amount of damage smoking does to the mouth, teeth and gums is becoming more apparent. Smoking causes problems such as: Dark, blackish stains on teeth, gums and dentures due to the nicotine and...
