Why Only Clean Certain Sides Of Your Teeth?

Floss Livonia MIEvery time you see an oral health professional, you are surely reminded to keep to a strict oral health regimen. This certainly includes twice-daily brushing and an oral rinse. But also comes the one that patients dread the most: flossing.

Maybe it’s the time, or any pain with flossing gums that have not been cared for, but people seem particularly averse to keeping to a strict flossing regimen. Today, your Livonia, MI dentist reiterates the necessity for flossing, and how the time you spend is worth it in the end.

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Why Haven’t We Evolved Beyond Wisdom Teeth?

wisdom teeth livonia miThey almost seem like a rite of passage, a sign of adulthood. When you get wisdom teeth coming in, it can be exciting, and it can be worrisome.

It always seems like there are issues with them. They don’t appear to do too much good even when they are healthy. So why do we have them? If we are evolving, are our mouths as well?

It is easier to recognize if there are issues with your wisdom teeth if you know their history and  their biological function. It is important to keep a baseline of your body’s mechanisms, in order to properly identify if it is not working properly.

Today, your Livonia, MI dentist touches on the biology behind wisdom teeth so that you can properly monitor yours!

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Keep Calm If You’ve Broken A Tooth

Broken Tooth Livonia MIA broken tooth can happen to anyone. An errant baseball or a car wreck might leave your mouth shattered. But most people do not prepare for such a situation, so they are wildly shocked when it happens to them.

But knowing a few simple steps can give you a significant headstart in dealing with this crisis. And maybe just as important, the knowledge may give you a little more sense of calm in the storm than you normally would have. Being able to keep a level head can be very helpful in these instances.

Today, your Livonia, MI dentist walks you through what you should do if you have broken your tooth.
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Night Guards May Bring Relief

Guad Livonia MIMany people have unconscious movements of the jaw, it is one of the most common places for an anxious brain to let loose. And for the most part, it is usually no serious issue.

However, for a select few, this activity can become seriously harmful to the smile and the jaw. Bruxism, the medical term for persistent teeth grinding, can alter the shape of the teeth or even how they sit within the mouth.

Today, your Livonia, MI dentist writes on how a night guard may be beneficial for your smile. (more…)

Brighten Your Smile For Summer!

Smile Livonia MIEveryone wants to look their best during the summer. Whether it’s by the pool, or at a cookout, we all know it’s the time to get together.

That also makes it the ideal time to get your teeth whitened. With our procedure, you can quickly and effortlessly refresh your smile and be ready for any photo!

Today, your Livonia, MI dentist talks to you about how you can brighten your smile for the pool or the cookout.
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Diabetes And Your Oral Health

Diabetes Dearborn MIBy far, the most common autoimmune disease in America is diabetes. It affects over 29 million Americans to date, and that number is only growing. Also, the definition of diabetes is expanding as well, growing the number of new diabetics further.

The smallest blood vessels in the body, the capillaries, are highly fragile structures. These are affected the most by high blood sugar. When damaged, your fresh, oxygenated blood is unable to reach the further areas, away from the heart.

It’s important to take special care in your oral health regimen if you have diabetes. Today, your Livonia, MI dentist discusses how you might be able to avoid significant dental woes through daily care. (more…)