Plaque and Tartar Buildup: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
By Yanling Liu, DMD, BDS
Plaque is essentially a slimy layer of oral bacteria that lodges on your teeth, gums, tongue, dental fillings, crowns, dentures, and the...
Read moreToothache 101: Causes and Treatment
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
Dentin hypersensitivity, or tooth sensitivity, is one of the most commonly reported dental complaints. It causes short spells of sharp, shooting...
Read moreGingivitis 101: Types, Causes, Treatment, and Risk Factors
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
When it comes to oral care, people usually focus most of their efforts on keeping their teeth healthy. The state...
Read moreTeeth Grinding (Bruxism): Causes, Symptoms, and Medical Treatment
By Diane Chen, DMD
The involuntary tendency to grind, clench, or gnash your teeth, often without even realizing it, is medically referred to as...
Read moreWhat Causes Tooth Abscess and How Is It Treated?
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
A tooth abscess is a collection or pocket of yellowish-green pus formed around an infected tooth or teeth as a result of...
Read moreReasons for Wisdom Teeth Pain and How to Treat It
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
Wisdom teeth, or the third molars, are the hind teeth that grow at the rear end of the four mouth...
Read moreDiastema (Gap Between Teeth): Causes and Treatment
By Gita Yitta, DMD
Diastema is the dental term for a space between two teeth. This space often occurs in the front teeth, mostly...
Read moreHome Remedies for Wisdom Teeth Pain Relief
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
Wisdom teeth are late bloomers that have to push against the existing teeth to make room for themselves. Due to...
Read moreRetainer Care: How to Clean Retainers
By Candy Sebold, DDS
Dental retainers are fabricated after a patient has completed orthodontic treatment to straighten the teeth. They keep the teeth in...
Read moreGray Teeth: Causes, Treatment, Self-Care and Complications
By Candy Sebold, DDS
Gray teeth are discolored teeth. They stand out and can detract from a person’s smile. Discoloration in the teeth is...
Read moreFoods to Eat and Avoid After a Tooth Extraction
By Candy Sebold, DDS
You may require a tooth extraction for various reasons, including tooth decay and wisdom tooth pain. While the procedure is...
Read moreTooth Abscess: Home Remedies and Prevention Tips
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
A tooth abscess refers to a buildup of pus in the center of the tooth due to a bacterial infection....
Read moreTeeth Grinding (Bruxism): Self-Care and Home Treatment
By Diane Chen, DMD
Bruxism refers to an unconscious grinding or clenching of teeth during the day time or even at night. While little...
Read moreSelf-Care and Home Remedies to Stop Periodontitis
By Lawal Garuba, DMD, MPH
Periodontitis refers to a bacterial infection that affects the gum and other surrounding tissues. It is vital to treat the...
Read moreAt-Home Treatments for Toothache Relief
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
It is vital to tend to a toothache timely to prevent aggravation of pain, which often extends to the jaw...
Read moreSelf-Care and Home Remedies for Gingivitis
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
Gingivitis is a common oral health problem and refers to the inflammation of gums caused by plaque or bacterial accumulation....
Read moreHome Remedies for Plaque and Tartar Buildup
By Yanling Liu, DMD, BDS
Plaque refers to a transparent or pale yellow biofilm that forms on the teeth, gums, tongue, and other surfaces inside...
Read moreHow to Treat Gum Disease (Gingivitis and Periodontitis)
By Asha Ramesh, MDS
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, can be classified into gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis refers to the swelling of...
Read more
This site provides content for informational purposes only. The information provided is not intended for use as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. In case of a medical concern or emergency, please consult your healthcare provider.
