by Triangle Dentistry | Nov 15, 2020 | General Dentistry, Preventative Dentistry
Maybe it’s been a while since you were at the dentist, or perhaps your dentist has found early-stage periodontal disease at your most recent checkup. If this describes you, your dentist may recommend deep teeth cleaning for your next dental procedure. This may...
by Triangle Dentistry | Nov 5, 2020 | General Dentistry, Preventative Dentistry
Sinus pressure causes pain in the strangest places – like the teeth. Toothaches from sinus pressure can be scary and disruptive, especially if you’re not aware of the cause of your tooth pain. Loss of sleep, pain when eating and difficulty concentrating...
by Triangle Dentistry | Oct 15, 2020 | General Dentistry, Preventative Dentistry
Cavities and tooth decay are common. In fact, the common cold is the only condition more common than cavities and tooth decay. Cavities, also known as dental caries, are permanently damaged areas of tooth enamel that can develop into tiny holes. Left untreated,...
by Triangle Dentistry | Jun 18, 2020 | Personal Dental Care, Preventative Dentistry
Is gingivitis contagious? The answer is: it’s complicated and depends on which experts you ask. Gingivitis happens when bacteria in the mouth irritate the gums. It is possible that the initial spread of those gingivitis-causing bacteria spread from mothers to their...
by Triangle Dentistry | Nov 11, 2019 | General Dentistry, Preventative Dentistry
The stick of chewing gum may be a fairly recent creation, but the concept of chewing something you don’t swallow is far from new. There’s evidence that people have been chewing gum in one form or another for potentially 9,000 years. The following is an examination of...
by Triangle Dentistry | Jul 9, 2019 | General Dentistry, Personal Dental Care, Preventative Dentistry
According to the NIH, more than 90 percent of adults will get a cavity, also called dental caries, at least once in their lifetime. About 26 percent of individuals between the ages of 20 and 64 will have at least one unfilled cavity. Many Americans question how long...
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