Protecting your teeth and gums is a never-ending quest that should be constantly adhered to and practiced at all times. Oral accidents are not set on a schedule, and cannot be predicted. However, the less effort you put into your preparation, the higher the risk that an oral accident can occur. Mouth jewelry is an...
What do you know about oral piercings? These have become quite popular, but there are a number of issues you may want to watch for. For example, you probably know that jewelry might have small parts, which could be a choking hazard. Still, would it surprise you to learn that there are other risks to...
If you have children, you probably understand there are several things you’ll need to do for them. Similarly, there are a few things you should help them avoid doing. Still, what do you do about your little one’s thumb sucking? As you might know, thumb sucking is a perfectly normal habit, though some parents try...
Have you ever heard that your oral health can be connected to your overall health? Well, it’s true, according to studies and research. This means maintaining a healthy mouth can help you have a healthy body. In fact, unhealthy teeth and gums are often found as a symptom of a myriad of health issues, including:...
Bad breath can be really embarrassing and can have a huge impact on your self-confidence. Sometimes, you could have bad breath because of the foods you eat, but if you have consistent bad breath, also known as halitosis, there are a few things you should know. Halitosis is often caused by germs from food particles...
Bad breath can be really embarrassing and can have a huge impact on your self-confidence. Sometimes, you could have bad breath because of the foods you eat, but if you have consistent bad breath, also known as halitosis, there are a few things you should know. Halitosis is often caused by germs from food particles...
Have you suffered an oral accident or damaged any tooth that requires an extraction? A tooth extraction is often needed for teeth so badly damaged they are beyond repair or stand to cause infection or further damage to your mouth. If you are in need of an extraction, we here at Midtown Dental take pride...
Are you interested in having a healthy, strong smile? If so, you probably understand that you’ll need to brush your teeth for two minutes at a time every day. You also probably know that you should also floss and visit a dentist twice a year. Still, even if you do all of these things, you...
Dental crowns are one of the most commonly used dental restoration treatments available. They are incredibly flexible, being able to treat a large number of different dental issues, from the purely cosmetic to the structural. Here are some of the dental issues dental crowns can treat: -You need to protect a weak tooth from tooth...
Your tooth enamel is composed of microscopic mineral structures. The density of these minerals is what gives your teeth the strength to bite and chew food. However, it is possible for the acidic foods and beverages you consume throughout the day to deplete a microscopic amount of these minerals. Chronic enamel erosion can create microscopic...
