Are you constantly feeling thirsty or having trouble speaking, chewing, or swallowing due to dry mouth? Dry mouth, or xerostomia, occurs when your salivary glands do not produce enough saliva, leading to discomfort and potential dental issues. This condition can be triggered by various factors such as dehydration, side effects of medication, medical conditions, or… Read more »
Toothaches can be incredibly uncomfortable and bothersome. They can range from mild to severe pain, and they are usually indicative of a problem that needs attention. Knowing the common causes behind your toothache can help you to figure out what is going on with your teeth and gums and how to best address the issue.… Read more »
Did you know that your diet directly impacts the health of your gums? It’s true – the foods and drinks you consume play a vital role in maintaining strong, healthy gums and overall oral health. At Plage Dentistry, we’ve seen firsthand how a balanced diet can make a significant difference in preventing gum-related issues. Let’s… Read more »
Dental crowns are an essential tool that dentists use to restore oral function and aesthetics. Different types of dental crowns include porcelain crowns, metal crowns and resin crowns. Metal crowns are made of a base metal alloy such as nickel, chrome, or alloys of gold and offer good performance, durability, and corrosion-resistance. Ceramic crowns provide… Read more »
(Before we start: oral health and dental emergencies are emergencies, and first aid is meant to be the initial step in controlling the damage. If the worst should occur, contact your dentist or local emergency room right away to get substantive care) As we’ve all learned over the last year and a half, preparedness is… Read more »
We all know the importance of oral health. Teeth are meant to be permanent, and if our smiles are going to last a lifetime they need consistent and effective care each and every day. Likewise, we all know that we need to be brushing and flossing regularly, eating the best diet we can, and ensuring… Read more »
Whether it’s your first or your third, pregnancy is always an exciting time. The pending arrival of a little one is a time of both joy and frustration, but above all, it is busy, sometimes overwhelmingly so! With so much going on and so many things demanding your attention, it’s really easy to let some… Read more »
Diabetes, a prevalent and intricate condition in the United States, affects approximately one in ten Americans, with one in three on the path to prediabetes, as highlighted by the CDC. The escalating prevalence underscores the need to comprehend the multifaceted impact of diabetes on overall health, notably oral health. Medical professionals stress that diabetes intricately… Read more »
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and as such, we’d like to share with you some important facts about oral cancer and its detection, prevention, and treatment. Oral cancer is a serious disease, with roughly 54,000 new diagnoses in the United States each year. Oral cancer affects people from all walks of life across this… Read more »
Recently, a YouTube video has been floating around featuring up-close footage of an internet celebrity opening a bottle with their teeth. On the surface it’s a cute video: they pop the bottle cap off the bottle by using their lower teeth as an opener and then say something cute and funny to the camera. This… Read more »
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