If you’re experiencing eye pain along with a toothache, the two problems might actually be related. The sensitive nerves in your jaw and eyes are all connected, so a serious toothache can easily affect your eyes. An oral infection can also do some damage. Let’s...
An occasional dry mouth from time to time is no cause for concern. However, if you suffer from dry mouth daily, you need to seek treatment before it starts affecting your health. Without enough saliva to rid your mouth of bacteria and moisten your throat,...
When your dentist says the dreaded word “cavity,” you need to act fast. Untreated tooth decay can lead to serious complications that need more complex treatment than a simple filling. But if you’ve never had a cavity filled, the procedure can seem intimidating. To help...
Preventive dental care isn’t a recent idea. Ancient civilizations understood the importance of keeping their teeth clean and healthy with bristles and toothpaste. While the tools we use to clean our teeth haven’t changed all that much, the ingredients certainly have. Let’s take a look...
From a stuffy nose to an itchy throat, seasonal allergies can cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms. But did you know that allergies can also cause tooth pain? The team at Lifetime Family Dental can help you understand when tooth pain is a dental emergency...
Dental sealants are a thin coating of resin that protects the chewing surfaces of the teeth from decay. But does something so simple last very long? At Lifetime Family Dental, we’re happy to answer any questions you have about dental sealants and the many other...
From sports injuries to chewing on ice, there are many things that can chip a tooth. And although unhealthy teeth are more vulnerable to breaking, even strong, healthy teeth can still get chipped. Knowing what to do after you’ve chipped a tooth can help you...
Whether tooth pain is dull or unbearable, all you want is fast relief. Luckily, home remedies for tooth pain go back centuries. So while the best way to treat tooth pain is to visit the dentist, there are plenty of ways to find some relief...
Failing to take care of your dental health doesn’t just affect your teeth and gums. In some cases, bad teeth and tooth pain can even cause eye problems. At Lifetime Family Dental, we want to help you keep your mouth and the rest of your...
Dental sealants are an effective preventative treatment option for children and teens. But what about adults? While adults can benefit from dental sealants too, not all adults are good candidates. Lifetime Family Dental offers dental sealants for adults, and we can help you determine if...