It may not surprise you to hear that gum disease is a problem for your oral health. This can feel like a rather obvious piece of information, though you may be surprised by how gum disease can affect you. If the problem is not addressed in its early stages, your periodontal troubles can worsen as your condition grows more advanced and causes permanent damage to the tissues that support your teeth. In time, you can experience tooth loss because of gum disease. Unfortunately, this is not the only area of concern where periodontal health is concerned. The bacteria responsible for your infection may travel to different parts of your body, creating new problems for your general health. These complications can be serious – your gum disease can actually raise your risk for heart troubles! Checkups with your Corona, CA dentist and smart daily preventive care can lower your risk for problems with your periodontal health. (more…)
Flossing Does More Than Just Remove Food Stuck Between Teeth
The unpleasant feeling of having food stuck between your teeth can be hard to ignore, which is why removing that piece with floss can be such a relief. Having access to floss can help you quickly and effectively resolve this problem whenever it arises. With that said, you should not think of floss as solely a way to clear out these spaces when you feel the presence of food. Letting the spaces between teeth go uncleaned for an extended period of time can allow plaque and tartar deposits to form, which can raise your risk for problems that require dental treatment. Our Riverside, CA dentist’s office can check on the condition of these spaces during regular dental exams, but you should do your part by flossing each day. (more…)
The Connection Between Bad Breath And Your Oral Health
By carrying mints or gum, you can guard yourself against a situation where others notice that you have bad breath. Unpleasant breath can be a common problem, and it is often linked to the consumption of foods with strong odors. With that said, some people can understandably grow concerned by the frequency of their issues with this problem. If you have frequent bouts of halitosis, it could be a sign that something is amiss with your oral health. At our Moreno Valley, CA dentist’s office, we can provide treatment for you to address an issue that might be responsible for your embarrassing issue.
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3 Tips To Help Everyone In Your Family Protect Their Teeth
Staying healthy means taking care of your body, but it also means taking care of your teeth. Adults who practice poor oral health habits can be more vulnerable to problems with their teeth and gums that carry surprising consequences. For kids, poor oral health can lead to issues that interfere with the development of their smile and oral structures. Our Riverside, CA dentist’s office is proud to provide quality dental care for patients of all ages. As part of our commitment to taking care of patients’ smiles, we can provide support and encouragement to help you maintain good oral health habits.
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Reach Out For Emergency Dental Work If Your Tooth Is Damaged
Our teeth are protected against damage because of their durable layers of enamel. This remarkably strong substance is capable of holding up admirably through years of pressure and friction caused by biting and chewing. With that said, a tooth that does experience damage like chipping, cracking, or breaking is at real risk for trouble without the appropriate restorative dental work. Injuries can make you vulnerable to a tooth infection, which can lead to pain, sensitivity, and potentially even tooth loss. The problem can even have an adverse effect on your general health if nothing is done in time. Our Riverside, CA dentist’s office wants our patients to know that care is available after hurting their tooth. When it is called for, we do provide access to emergency dental services. (more…)
Why Am I Experiencing Pain When I Bite And Chew?
If you have pain whenever you try to bite into food, or when you chew, it can make meals difficult. It can also alert you to a problem with your oral health that can seriously affect your quality of life! The type of discomfort you experience can be telling. If you have pain in a particular tooth, or if the tooth is sensitive to the point of discomfort, it may be time to talk to your Temecula, CA dentist about a possible tooth infection. If you are dealing with more general pains in your jaw and face, the problem could be with TMJ disorder. Because TMJ disorder often leads to problems with teeth grinding, this problem can cause noteworthy dental damage if it is not managed. (more…)
Be Careful If You Have A Loose Or Broken Dental Restoration
Once a restoration is put in place, it will serve its purpose by protecting your tooth against infection and physical trauma. When a dental filling or dental crown is used to restore a tooth, it is meant to be permanent. Does this mean that no one will ever have a problem with their restoration? Like our natural teeth, dental fillings and dental crowns are susceptible to damage. If you have a restoration that is broken, loosened, or completely lost, treat the situation as a serious oral health concern. This problem leaves your tooth without vital support, which means you can experience consequences if nothing is done. The problem may also do further harm to the tooth, which will need to be addressed. Our Corona, CA dental practice can take care of you in this situation. In fact, we can even set you up with urgent care if the matter calls for emergency dental treatment. (more…)
How Serious Can A Tooth Injury Be Without Treatment?
If you injure your tooth, is treatment really a priority? It can take little effort to convince someone to see their dentist about a severe injury, or one that has hurt their smile, but you may be less inclined to worry if the injury is hard to see, or seemingly not serious. What you should know is that without treatment, there is a risk that your tooth will develop an infection. It is also possible for it to be hurt further if you put pressure on it before it is restored. Our Riverside, CA dentist’s office is prepared to help patients when they require treatment for dental injuries. If the matter is serious, and causing you considerable pain, we do offer emergency dental services. (more…)
Is There Room For Improvement In Your Oral Care Routine?
If your oral care routine is effective, you can look forward to positive feedback from your dentist at your next checkup. However, if you are not doing enough to prevent tartar formation, cavities, or gum disease, you may learn that your smile requires restorative dental work to bring it back to good health. It is important to be both thorough and consistent if you want to maintain good oral hygiene, as bacteria are a persistent threat for your teeth and gums. Your Moreno Valley, CA dentist is prepared to help you identify aspects of oral health care that could be improved, just as we are ready to help if you develop a dental problem before your next appointment. (more…)
Maintaining Your Oral Health During Stressful Periods
It might be nice to stay calm, cool, and collected through every life event, but it can be hard to truly live without some periods of stress. Because of this, you should be prepared to manage episodes of stress, and you should be mindful of how these episodes might affect your well-being. You might be surprised at just how much stress can do to your ability to maintain your oral health. You can experience some physical changes that make it harder for you to keep your teeth healthy, and you may have less focus or energy for routine smile care. Your Riverside, CA dentist’s office is prepared to help you identify potential oral health problems when they arise, and we can help you make changes in your daily oral care routine that help you avoid stress-related smile troubles. (more…)
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