During a dental exam, your dentist may find a cavity or two that needs filling. When you need your cavity filled, materials such as dental amalgam can be used. Some question amalgam’s safety, however, this is due to the mercury inside despite its many decade-long use. If you need a cavity filled, are there potential […]
Signs of Wisdom Tooth Infection
Has your dentist talked to you about your wisdom teeth during a regular exam? When these teeth grow in, they can cause complications like infections. While you may not need to rush in for emergency treatment, however, you should see your dentist as soon as you can. In the time before you can visit your […]
What’s Causing Your Bad Breath?
In short, bacteria is what is causing your bad breath. The bacteria in your mouth feed on the food that you eat. As the bacteria feed, they release smelly compounds that can cause bad breath. While bacteria is the primary cause of bad breath, there are other factors that can make bad breath worse. Certain […]