by University General Dentists Team Member | Oct 22, 2019 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Smile Makeovers
It seems like every day we get more bad news that yet another one of our favorite foods has been deemed harmful for our teeth. First, it was coffee and tea, and now even some fruits have made the no-go list. But there is still hope! The good news is there are some...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Sep 24, 2019 | Dentistry, Oral Health
Sore jaws, headaches, disrupted sleep for loved ones—these are all symptoms of bruxism, otherwise known as teeth grinding. Most of us grind our teeth on occasion when we get stressed or anxious, and that’s okay. However, some people regularly grind their teeth and can...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Aug 26, 2019 | Oral Health
The old saying goes “you are what you eat,” and nothing rings truer when it comes to your dental health. Your diet is directly connected to the health of your teeth and gums—good and bad! We already know the biggest culprit to poor oral health is sugar, but this...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Aug 9, 2019 | Dentistry, Oral Health
Longer morning and bedtime routines can take minutes away from scrolling through our Facebook or Instagram feeds or seem like a drag when you’re dead-tired or in a rush out the door. But if you assume a quick brush twice a day and flossing (when you remember…we’ve all...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Jul 15, 2019 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry
Parents go to great lengths to ensure their children have healthy smiles. We go to regular dental checkups, orthodontic consultations, and ensuring they eat healthy food and use properly fitting personal protective gear such as mouth guards. Despite these extremes,...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Jun 27, 2019 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentistry, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry, Smile Makeovers
Many consumers have shown a keen interest in straightening their teeth without braces leading the way for clear brace systems such as Invisalign. The next innovation was the complete elimination of dentist supervision via at-home teeth straightening kits. Now, new...
