Making A Dent In Dental Anxiety

A trip to the dentist's office can be a frightening event for many people. Dental phobia is the most common fear among adults today, with one in five people making dental visits only when absolutely necessary. Between 5% and 8% of the population are so anxious about dental procedures that they avoid visiting the dentist altogether. Avoiding the dentist because of a phobia could take a toll on your oral health. [Read More]

A Painful Cavity & Dental Abscess

A toothache is sometimes one of the most difficult types of pain to deal with, as it can interrupt all of your daily activities and cause you to lose sleep. When a tooth causes such severe pain, it usually means that there is a problem that is in need of prompt attention from a dentist. The reason why is that you might have a tooth that is in pain due to a deep cavity and abscess on your gums. [Read More]

3 Taste And Smell Disorders Possibly Linked To Dental Infections

If you have ever had an infected tooth, then you are probably well aware of the throbbing pain associated with it. While a toothache is one of the most common symptoms of a tooth infection, there are other, less common signs. Here are three taste and smell symptoms that may be linked to a dental infection and what you can do about them. Loss Of Smell Because a dental infection can spread to your sinuses causing nasal inflammation, you may temporarily lose your sense of smell. [Read More]

How To Choose A Kids' Dentist And Why You Should Choose Carefully

Children should start seeing a dentist regularly when they are preschoolers. It is important to choose a dentist for your children before they need to start seeing one. It is equally important that you choose carefully. Here is how to choose a child dentist and why you should choose carefully.  Choose a Dentist That Specializes in Pediatric Dentistry Yes, your kids could see your dentist, but a lot of pediatric dentists specialize in helping kids because they are very good with kids. [Read More]