Your wisdom teeth need to be removed if they are impacted or infected, but extraction can make sense in other situations, too. Here’s how to tell if your wisdom teeth might need to come out.
Sep 16th, 2020
Your wisdom teeth need to be removed if they are impacted or infected, but extraction can make sense in other situations, too. Here’s how to tell if your wisdom teeth might need to come out.
Are you self-conscious about your breath? Do friends and co-workers regularly offer you mints or gum? These could be signs that you have halitosis. Discover what’s causing your bad breath, and learn how to prevent it.
Dental anxiety can be crippling and prevent you from getting the oral care you need. If you fear the dentist’s office, try these tried and true tips to overcome your anxiety.
If your wisdom teeth don’t have enough room to emerge, you could experience pain and other oral health issues. Read on to learn the symptoms of impacted wisdom teeth and how the condition can be treated.
Concerned about how COVID-19 can impact your oral health? Brushing, flossing, and maintaining healthy teeth and gums is essential right now. Good oral health not only helps prevent tooth decay, but it can also help your body fight infection.
You may have heard about adding tongue scraping to your daily brushing and flossing routine. But is it all it’s cracked up to be? We dig beneath the surface to find out the pros and cons of this somewhat controversial dental practice.
Cavities are very common in kids, but they’re also preventable. Helping your kids establish good dental habits now may prevent cavities and dental problems in the future. Click here for tips on how you can get your kids to take care of their teeth.
Wisdom teeth are the final molars that emerge after all permanent teeth come in. They have no chewing function and may cause future dental issues. Many patients will have their wisdom teeth extracted before they cause problems.
Looking for a way to hide imperfections in your teeth so you can smile with confidence? Dental veneers could be exactly the solution you’ve been seeking and a great way to restore your self-assurance.
Do you think brushing and flossing are enough to keep your teeth clean? Think again. Too many of us make mistakes when brushing that impact our oral health. Keep reading to learn what they are and how you can fix them!
Periodontal disease is common, yet serious. Without proper care it can lead to tooth loss. The go-to treatment is a deep dental cleaning. Read on to learn what this entails and how a deep cleaning can reverse and prevent future periodontal disease.
Stores are already touting Halloween goodies, costumes and decore. The holiday is a blast, but cavities are not! Here are a few tips on which treats are best avoided, which you should be cautious about, and which are the least harmful to dental health.
Have you been told you need a root canal? You probably have many questions (and some fear!) about the procedure. Our team has put together this guide to help ease your anxiety about having a root canal and let you know just what to expect.
Learning that teen’s wisdom teeth need to be extracted can create anxiety for both you and your child. You can take steps to help prepare your child for the procedure and lessen their apprehension beforehand.
Invisalign hit the dental scene in 2000 and quickly became the most popular way to straighten crooked teeth. Find out why everyone is talking about — and using — Invisalign to achieve the smile of their dreams.
Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you, so naturally you want to feel confident in flashing those pearly whites. Teeth whitening is one of the easiest ways to let the world know that you’re an energetic person, full of youth.
Security, great looks, optimal function - it's no wonder dental implants have become a really popular alternative to dentures and bridges. What's more, with proper care, your implants could even help prevent future tooth loss. Here's how.
Don't let an uncomfortable CPAP mask keep you from getting the sleep apnea treatment you need. At Trident Dental, we offer another option that can improve your sleep, your symptoms, and your comfort. Read on to learn more.
Teaching your children to take care of their teeth is critical to their dental and overall health. To mark National Children’s Dental Health Month this February, check out these five tips you can use to help keep your children’s teeth healthy.
While none of us expect to find ourselves dealing with a chipped tooth, throbbing toothache, or lost crown, knowing what to do in the event of an unexpected dental emergency can make all the difference in the outcome.