Tooth enamel is strong, but it's not indestructible, and can be damaged. Here's what you need to know about cracked enamel. How do you crack your enamel? There are many things that can cause cracks in your tooth enamel; even things that you do every day can be responsible. Here are a few possible causes of cracked enamel: Clenching or grinding your teeth Chewing on hard objects like ice or pens Biting into something hard like a bone or a fruit pit Trauma such as falling and hitting your chin Rapid temperature changes inside your mouth, like biting a very hot food and then drinking ice water What are the signs of cracked enamel? [Read More]

If you care about your teeth, then you likely try to follow the oral care suggestions that are brought up by your dentist.  These suggestions probably include brushing your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes.  Your dentist probably does not tell you which type of toothpaste or toothbrush to use though.  Well, if you want the best looking, healthiest, and cleanest teeth, then you should invest in an electronic toothbrush. [Read More]

It's often difficult to make sure that children look after their teeth, but it's important to remember that tooth decay can start as soon as your baby gets his or her first molars. Baby bottle tooth decay is a form of dental caries that affects a child's first teeth, and it's important that all parents take steps to make sure the condition doesn't affect your children. Find out about the causes and symptoms of baby bottle tooth decay, and learn more about the side effects and complications that can arise in children with the condition. [Read More]

Many people today wear dentures, a prosthetic that replaces teeth lost due to oral health problems or for other reasons. Some denture patients do not understand the special care required for dentures and may believe some myths about dentures that can actually lead to health problems. Here are five common myths about dentures and why believing them can damage your health.  Loose Dentures are Just Annoying Loose dentures are more than just an inconvenient and annoying problem. [Read More]