Avoid the ER for Dental Emergencies Every year, millions of people go to the hospital for dental problems. Whether it’s an abscess, a lost or broken tooth, or swelling, people rush to the ER to get treatment. Decades ago, when dentists were 8-5 Monday through Friday, this could be understood. But, when most dentists offer … Read more
The United States has a lot going for it… diversity, free enterprise, a thriving movie industry, and much more. It is enough to make some countries jealous. But, one area of the U.S. lifestyle they will never envy… our diet. Many of the “foods” we eat here are outlawed in other countries due to safety … Read more
I would be willing to bet that most of reading this have some area of your diet that you want to change. Maybe you binge on junk food or have a huge sweet tooth. For information of fixing common dental conditions visit https://www.northmiamibeachdentist.com/dental-services/oral-surgery-wisdom-teeth/. I’m sure you’ve heard all of the benefits of eating healthier, but … Read more
Very few people think about their saliva until they no longer have any. But, this liquid impacts your health every minute of every day. Even while you are asleep, your saliva is working hard to keep the balance in your mouth. Saliva is derived from your blood. Like tears, which are formed in the lacrimal … Read more
For it being one of the most common maladies affecting the tongue, most people have never heard of Geographic tongue. After all, it sounds a bit like slang for a savvy speaker. This condition is common and relatively harmless. If you are unfamiliar with geographic tongue, seeing it appear out of nowhere can cause any … Read more
Wearing braces has become so common in the United States that they are almost iconic with childhood. In fact, recent surveys suggest that 50-80% of children will wear braces at some point between the ages of 6-18. The process of putting braces on can be a bit uncomfortable. The soreness and stiffness go away in … Read more
To this day, there are many people who loathe the thought of going to the dentist. The thought of drills and fillings really stops some people in their tracks. Really though, dentistry has made some amazing advancements. During the Medieval Ages, roughly 500 to 1500 CE, dentistry was much different than it is now. The … Read more
