Professional teeth cleanings are necessary to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. But how long can you go without a dental cleaning? Do you really need to get your teeth cleaned as often as twice a year? The answer is yes, and actually, you may...
Gum disease can wreak havoc on your teeth, but it’s more dangerous than most people think. If it goes untreated, gum disease can also affect other parts of your body—even your heart. Let's explore how gum disease may eventually lead to heart disease. What Is Gum...
There are many misconceptions about what can and can’t affect your oral health. Some of the myths about brushing and flossing teeth, cavities, and sugar can have serious consequences on your teeth and gums if you mistake them as facts. Today we’re debunking some of...
Daily flossing can feel like a chore, so it’s tempting to skip it. But that chore is crucial—flossing every day offers many benefits that will keep your mouth healthy and help your smile shine. Here are just a few of the many advantages that daily...
Having a dry mouth isn’t just annoying, it can also harm your teeth and gums. Understanding how dry mouth affects your teeth can help you take the right steps toward protecting your oral health. Continue reading to learn more about dry mouth, what causes it,...
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...
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...
When you apply sunscreen to your body, do you remember to protect your lips as well? The lips are a sensitive part of the body that are often forgotten about. Frequent sun exposure not only increases your risk of skin cancer, but also lip cancer....
You probably know that smoking is bad for your teeth, but what about vaping? Although vaping may have fewer overall health risks than smoking cigarettes, it can still negatively impact your teeth and gums in many ways. At Lifetime Family Dental, we want to help...
Sugary sodas and acidic citrus drinks aren’t the only beverages that are bad for your teeth. Because it increases your risk of developing cavities, alcohol can also damage your teeth and cause tooth pain. At Lifetime Family Dental, we want to help you protect your...