Taking good care of your mouth can help prevent various infections. The simple act of brushing daily and flossing on a regular basis prevents dental conditions like tooth decay and gum disease. Apart from oral illnesses, a healthy mouth can also keep your blood...

If the roof of your mouth is hurting, or you are experiencing pain or soreness on your hard or soft palate, it is a good idea to see a dentist in our office as this may be a symptom of a bigger problem. What Does Soreness on the Roof of My Mouth Feel Like and What...

Toothpicks should not be used to remove food between the teeth. Always use floss to remove stuck food and plaque. Toothpicks can break or cause an infection. Therefore, you should never use them to clean away food between the teeth. The following 3 reasons elaborate...

Like brushing your teeth or using traditional string floss, water flossing involves certain steps. Water flossing is a great option for those who deal with sensitivity or have other issues with traditional flossing, but this is only effective if done properly. Follow...

Patients with gingivitis or gum disease may need to undergo a treatment called root planing or scaling. This procedure is done to remove bacteria and plaque growing underneath the gum line, causing damage to teeth. Therefore, you need to be aware of the signs that you...

No one can deny that flossing is an essential part of oral hygiene, with professionals emphasizing the need to floss daily. While brushing teeth is essential, there are spots that your toothbrush simply can't reach. However, many consider flossing a chore – some claim...

Most of us know that Botox is used in cosmetic surgery. However, do you know that it has many applications in dentistry as well? At A Smiling Heart Dentistry, Dr. Tigran and Dr. Furca use Botox to treat several conditions of the jaw, teeth, and gums. What is Botox?...

Most people tend to ignore flossing as part of routine dental practices. Besides cleaning the spaces between your teeth, flossing prevents gum disease, which links to weight gain. Therefore, embracing this practice is important if you want to manage your weight....

Many people experience tooth pain and sensitivity after getting dental fillings, which often goes away on its own, but if not, there are many ways you can treat it at home. Before doing the filling, your dentist numbs the affected area, which prevents you from feeling...

For most people, bad breath is a consequence of not brushing or flossing regularly. However, for many seniors, bad breath is usually a sign of something worse. The strong smell can indicate different health problems and require medical attention. At A Smiling Heart...

While many patients just think that our professionals will be inspecting their teeth during an exam and cleaning, this is not the case. There are other rutine checks that the dentist will go through when you visit our office. You will also have your oral cavity and...

The Invisalign is an effective solution for those who want to fix their teeth but don't want to wear bulky metal braces. This dental solution involves using a clear set of trays that are almost invisible to the naked eye and they work well to straighten your teeth....

The surfaces of the molars and premolars contain grooves and pits that trap bacteria and food debris. Even with effective tooth brushing, it is difficult to clean out these bacteria as the toothbrush bristles cannot penetrate. Therefore, to protect your teeth from...

Every may face oral health issues at one time on another. Dental issues can have varying symptoms and it is often very difficult to accurately diagnose them at home. That is why you must never miss your routine six-monthly checkup with Dr. Tigran and Dr. Furca at A...

Some dental patients think using a brush head that is harder or firmer will help them clean their teeth better. However, using this type of approach is like using a scouring pad to clean the dirt off of a car. Not only will you remove the dirt, but you will also...

Dental cavities/caries occur when there is extensive damage to a tooth surface that eventually causes holes. The dental cavity between teeth is also known as the interproximal cavity. It may arise due to certain factors such as irregular brushing and flossing, excess...

The food you consume every day may contain a negligible amount of acid. When you take excess amounts of acidic foods, they harm your teeth. It would be best to take extra precautions by eating less acidic food and maintaining proper oral hygiene for healthy teeth and...

A filling is a dental process done for damaged and decayed teeth. Many of patients often ask, 'what foods can I eat after the filling?' After a filling, you should keep off some foods because they might interfere with the filling. Also, as you are recovering, you will...

While some foods can cause dental stains when you eat them, others can actually prevent them, which is good to know if you want to avoid eating foods that either erode the teeth or stain the surface. The following information details what to eat to prevent problems...

Bleeding gums are one of the most common symptoms of gum diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis. However, bleeding gums alone are not a surefire indicator of gum disease. Many different types of diseases and conditions can cause a patient's gums to bleed....

We know that not everyone we see is used to seeing a dentist. That is why we are providing the following information. If you want to know what to expect during your dental exam with us, read the information below. It always makes it easier for us to communicate with...

If you are anything like us, then you like to snack throughout the day. Eating little and often is recommended to keep you healthy, provided you eat the right foods. Munching on snacks between brushings is not an issue you pick the right kind. Healthiest Snacks for...

The enamel is a transparent protective covering that shields the more sensitive structures of the teeth comprising the dentin and roots. Stains on the enamels can be cleaned by regular oral care and DIY tooth-whitening methods. But it's far much more difficult to...

You need a combination of healthy eating habits and regular brushing and flossing to maintain a glistening smile and excellent oral health. However, certain foods can help you achieve both these requirements simultaneously. Eating these foods helps supply your mouth...

Your toothbrush is one of the things that greets you every morning and every evening. With this high level of daily usage, it is inevitable that there will eventually be a need for a replacement. Today, we will do a run-through of the common signs that will let you...

How you eat directly affects your dental health. If you are brushing twice a day as recommended, then you are on the right track. But if you still consume sugary food and beverages you are not doing any favors for your teeth! In this piece, we will be discussing the 3...