Jaw Pain Problems
Do You Have Jaw Pain? A sore jaw can mean several things. Having a sore jaw can often be a mystery. Unless a direct trauma or injury has been observed, it may be difficult to pinpoint exactly what the problem [...]
What Is Gutta-Percha?
And What Is Gutta-Percha Used For? Everything you want to know about this miraculous material! What does a tree native to the tropical islands of southeast Asia have to do with dentistry? Quite a lot, actually... Due to its unique [...]
Oral Piercing Hazards
Do You Have An Oral Piercing? What to know about the increasingly popular trend. Every generation has its fashion trends. Oftentimes, what's new and exciting with the youngsters seems weird to older people. In other instances, fashion trends can be [...]
Asthma & Dentistry
Have Asthma? What You Should Know... Asthma is a common respiratory ailment affecting both children and adults. Characterized by shortness of breath and constriction of the airways, it can be pretty stressful for those experiencing an asthma attack. Luckily, individuals [...]
Are Cavities Contagious?
Yes, cavities are not just a personal problem. You might think of all bacteria as being harmful. However, many are beneficial or simply benign (causing neither harm nor benefit). And, in fact, out of all the bacteria in the human [...]
Smoking Effects On Oral Health
Quitting Smoking? You can do it! Stop smoking for better oral health (and better overall health as well). Smoking has many ill effects on a person's body, but it is especially devastating to oral health. If you smoke, quitting is [...]
Tooth Extraction in San Jose, CA
Why Tooth Extraction? Pulling a tooth, also known as tooth extraction, is never the ideal outcome. That's because, although we've come a long way in tooth replacement technology, there is no perfect substitute for the natural tooth. That's why every [...]
Toothbrush Abrasion
What Is Toothbrush Abrasion? Teeth can be damaged by brushing? Everyone knows that teeth are hard. In fact, tooth enamel, the outermost layer of teeth, is the hardest substance in the human body. So it would seem like it would [...]
What Is A Dental Dam?
Dental Dam? What Does It Do? A dental dam is one of the standard supplies we use in dentistry, but one with which patients might not be familiar. It's a device that seems so basic and yet is an essential [...]
Bad Breath? Get A Checkup!
We all hate bad breath, aka halitosis. It's annoying, offputting, and of course, embarrassing. But, in terms of your oral health, bad breath can be a symptom of more significant problems. Especially if there is a sudden, unexplained change, it [...]