Improving Your Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry

Not everyone goes through life without needing a little bit of extra help to get the smile they want. While some may want correction when they are younger, there are also plenty of adults that want to perfect their pout for work or for personal reasons. Thankfully cosmetic dentistry has become accessible to people of all ages making achieving the perfect smile you desire no further than a phone call away. Our talented dentists here at Weston Dental have been working with people just like you to fine tune their current look, or to get that new smile they always dreamed of. Continue reading Improving Your Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry

The Effects of Vaping on Oral Health

Most people know just how bad smoking is for your health, but not very many people understand the negative effects smoking has on your oral health. Your mouth is the first point of contact when you smoke, as such, it gets the most damage. Many people have touted vaping as a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes, but in actuality, it also has negative effects on oral health. Continue reading The Effects of Vaping on Oral Health

Restoring Demineralized Tooth Enamel

If you suffer from weak tooth problems such as multiple cavities or white spots, the cause could be due to the enamel on your teeth having become demineralized. We will briefly explain what demineralization of the tooth enamel is and how you can remineralize your teeth to strengthen them and reduce future oral complications. Keep in mind that demineralization is not tooth damage, but rather a precursor to damage and other dental issues. Continue reading Restoring Demineralized Tooth Enamel

Piercings and Oral Health

The majority of dentists will warn against oral piercings due to the various complications that they entail. The side effects you may encounter after a piercing in any part of your mouth is similar to those you would experience if you suffered a random puncture wound, or underwent a procedure that required an incision. This entails mainly swelling, pain, and the formation of scar tissue. Infections are always a danger initially, but secondary infections are much more serious.  In some cases, secondary infections on oral piercings can be catastrophic that surgery is needed to correct the damage, and it’s not always reversible. Continue reading Piercings and Oral Health

Importance of Keeping Great Oral Health and Prenatal Care

Poor Oral Health Can Result in Pregnancy Difficulties

There is a lot of new scientific information out there stating a clear effect of poor oral health on an unborn baby. Women who have been known to have gum disease may have a higher risk for a premature birth.

While research is still in its early stages, there are clear links. Babies can be at risk for low birth weights. Also, gum disease can cause the body to produce hormones to cause early labor. The risk of having a baby early is very real. Continue reading Importance of Keeping Great Oral Health and Prenatal Care

Why Grinding Teeth Is Bad for Your Health

Are you someone who suffers from grinding their teeth? There are many people who suffer from this issue, and it can actually leave the jaw feeling sore or even numb. What about clenching? This can result in similar problems also. Some people do not even know they have these problems until they go in for a dental visit. They then find out that the pain is actually caused by bruxism. Bruxism is a terribly bad habit of clenching your teeth or even grinding them. Continue reading Why Grinding Teeth Is Bad for Your Health

Thinking your toothache is from a cavity? Here are some other possible causes of toothaches

Unfortunately for most, a toothache will likely sneak up on you at some point in your life. As much as we can try to have a solid oral care routine, there is still the possibility. When thinking of a toothache, most people would automatically assume that it is due to a cavity. However, there are many other possible causes of a toothache.
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Oral Health is Key for Great Overall health

Recent studies have shown that there is a significant connection between health problems and your overall oral health. Health problems like diabetes and pneumonia are just two of the many that can occur alongside poor oral hygiene. Said studies have even shown that there may be a link between stroke, heart disease, and even premature birth. Continue reading Oral Health is Key for Great Overall health

Teaching Children Great Oral Habits

We know that children can be quite tough when it comes to brushing their teeth. The maintenance of oral health needs to start at a young age, or else kids may see the early stages of periodontal disease. This disease is when the teeth aren’t flossed thoroughly, causing pockets to accumulate underneath the skin. Continue reading Teaching Children Great Oral Habits

How Poor Dental Care Harms Your Overall Health

It’s important to know that taking care of your mouth is a great goal to strive towards. When you have healthy gums and healthy teeth, you feel less self-conscious, and you’re not going to be in any pain as you eat. Furthermore, having great oral health prevents tooth decay and oral diseases in the future. Continue reading How Poor Dental Care Harms Your Overall Health