Welcome to the Amazing Smiles dental blog, your go-to resource for oral health information, dental care tips, and your overall well-being.
While the rising cost of living has prompted many to skip dental check-ups, neglecting dental health can lead to more significant, more expensive problems down the road.
There is some controversy regarding the safety and effectiveness of charcoal toothpaste. While some people claim that it can whiten teeth and improve oral health, there are also concerns that it may be too abrasive and cause damage to the teeth and gums. Charcoal toothpaste typically contains act...
Wisdom tooth extraction is a routine oral surgery that dentists often perform to maintain your overall oral health and prevent future dental problems. Your wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are at the back of your mouth. They usually emerge between the ages of 17 and 25.
Understanding oral health is more than just taking care of your teeth. Gums, the soft tissue lining your mouth, are integral to dental health. Over time, for various reasons, this essential tissue can recede, exposing the roots of your teeth. This is where gum grafting, a standard restorative de...
It’s well known that Soft Drinks contain high sugar levels, which fastens the growth of bacteria that causes tooth decay. Unfortunately, the alternative to sugar-free soft drinks contains ingredients that are likely to damage our teeth.
A dental hygienist is a licensed oral health professional who works under the supervision of a dentist. They are primarily responsible for cleaning teeth, examining patients for signs of oral disease, taking X-rays, and providing preventive care, such as fluoride treatments and dental sealants. They...
Tooth decay underneath crowns and bridges can occur when bacteria are able to get underneath the restoration and start to break down the tooth structure. This can happen due to a variety of reasons, such as inadequate tooth preparation, a poorly fitting restoration, or a failure to maintain proper o...
Depending upon which tooth is lost, either through a dental extraction or accidental impact, missing teeth can affect your confidence and how you eat. This is particularly relevant in those with several missing teeth. As a result of the empty gap left by a missing tooth, the surrounding teeth may al...
In the realm of dental restoration, dental implants have emerged as a leading solution for replacing missing teeth, largely due to a biological process known as osseointegration. A term that might seem complex, osseointegration plays an essential role in the success of dental implants. This comprehe...
