Category: Dental Care
4 Ways to Soothe a Toothache
Tooth pain can come out of nowhere or build up slowly. When it comes to finding a remedy, you’ll need to identify what’s causing your discomfort. Sometimes, it’s as simple as food stuck between your gums, which can easily be fixed with flossing. However, other causes of toothaches can include severe cavities and tooth decay. […]
3 Ways to Keep Your Teeth White
Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. A friendly smile can brighten anyone’s day, whether it’s a familiar face at the grocery store or a stranger passing by on the street. Yet, many people struggle with the confidence in their smile because of discoloration. Thankfully, your dental professionals from Dobson […]
Is Chewing Gum Bad for You?
Today, the supermarket’s candy shelves are full of chewing gum options. There’s gum that will freshen your breath and, at the other end of the spectrum, there’s gum marketed directly to kids with all the bright colors and lots of sugar. When it comes to proper dental health, we are frequently asked about chewing gum […]
4 Facts About Composite Fillings
Getting older means that your teeth are getting older, too. At some point, your dentist likely will talk to you about cosmetic dentistry options such as dentures, bridges, or crowns. However, if you don’t need extensive procedures to protect your molars, your dentist may discuss composite fillings. White composite fillings don’t contain any metal and […]
The Correlation Between Sleep Apnea & Oral Health
For more than 25 million American adults, sleep apnea is a real problem. It can disrupt your sleep cycle and impact your oral health. Sleep apnea is mainly associated with snoring or insomnia, but very rarely do people think it can affect their mouth and teeth. So, how do the two go hand in hand? […]
4 Risk Factors for Tooth Loss
As we age, we experience many different bodily changes, and some functions don’t work as they did in our younger days. It’s not uncommon for people over 40 years of age to begin to wonder more about their dental care and their risk of tooth loss. However, there is some good news: Some tooth loss […]
Teeth Grinding and Its Effects on Your Health
Are you waking up with a sore jaw and aching teeth? If so, you could be grinding your teeth during the night. Teeth grinding, or bruxism, is very common and affects nearly 30 to 40 million children and adults in the United States. Bruxism can develop at any age, so you mustn’t miss your regular […]
3 Dental Care Concerns for Seniors
As we age, our dental care routines and oral hygiene needs can change. According to the CDC, many older Americans lack proper dental care once they retire and lose health coverage benefits. However, our team at Dobson Ranch Dental Care understands that senior dental care is essential, and we’re here to provide ongoing support and […]