When you are playing sports, your focus is on playing hard to win the game, and not usually on protecting your teeth. But If you are playing a contact sport, or a sport that requires a helmet, you should definitely wear a mouthguard in order to prevent a dental emergency.  

The best way to keep your teeth safe while playing sports is to wear a mouthguard that fits properly. A good quality mouthguard is molded to fit your mouth and protects not only your teeth from injury, but also your cheeks and gums. If you are hit in the face, [...]

You’ve probably been told a million times that you should stop smoking. We’re sure you know that it’s terrible for your lungs, heart, blood flow, fertility, bone density and overall health. You’ve probably even noticed some of the effects it has on your teeth, such as yellowing.

But smoking does so much more to your mouth than just stain your teeth. Smoking causes:

Has it been a little too long since you’ve seen your dentist? Maybe you missed your last one or two (or six) biannual dental exams and the thought of going back now seems embarrassing. You’re not the only one, but that doesn’t mean that you can let your oral health slide.

If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, your mouth is telling you that you need to see the dentist:

You constantly use your teeth to bite and chew delicious food without thinking about it. Even though you might not think about your teeth and how they work, beneath the surface they are made up of many different parts, each with a unique function. To help you learn more about your teeth that help you enjoy your meals every day, here is what makes up your tooth anatomy: 

If you are someone who visits your dentist twice a year, brushes twice a day and flosses daily, you might not think you need to make a trip to the dentist unless it’s for your dental checkup. Even if you are disciplined when it comes to your oral health care, but especially if you aren’t, it’s important to know the signs telling you that it’s time to make a dental appointment.