How Smoking Affects Oral Health
We’ve all heard over and over how smoking can adversely impact health, with the most infamous example being lung cancer. But smoking doesn’t only harm the lungs; it damages every single system in the body, and it also damages oral health. Smoking Increases the Risk…
What’s Different About Women’s Oral Health?
Health concerns can be a lot different for women than for men, and that even includes dental health! Women face a different set of challenges than men do in caring for their teeth and gums, as well as having different advantages. Which Oral Health Conditions…
The Importance of Getting a Complete Dental Exam
Visiting your dentist for a complete dental checkup is highly recommended to ensure your teeth are fully healthy. You’ve probably heard this comment throughout your life, but that’s because it is so important (and true)! Are you still unsure about why dental exams are important?…
When Is Thumbsucking a Problem?
A pacifier or thumbsucking habit that lasts beyond the toddler years can have a negative impact on a child’s teeth and jaws. A Healthy Self-Soothing Habit In infancy and toddlerhood, these are perfectly healthy self-soothing habits. They help the child feel happy and safe when…
Why Aren’t Teeth Always Straight?
The benefits of having straight teeth are many. Studies indicate that people with straight teeth are seen as more successful, intelligent, and likely to get dates than people with crooked teeth. So what makes teeth grow in crooked so often? The Soft Foods Theory and…
Night Guards For Teeth Grinding
Have you ever woken up with a sore jaw, tooth pain, or a headache? These are common symptoms of sleep bruxism, or teeth-grinding. The American Dental Association estimates that 10-15 percent of adults struggle with sleep bruxism, and children can experience it too. Because it…
Join Source Dental for Invisalign Day!
Are you looking to straighten your teeth? Mark your calendars for November 29, 2022, as the team at Source Dental will be celebrating Invisalign Day! Continue reading for more information about how these aligners can help your smile. Furthermore, keep reading to learn about the…
Root Canal Myths: Busted
Have you ever heard someone begin a sentence “I’d rather have a root canal than…”? The negative portrayal of root canal treatment in our culture isn’t just a cliché; it’s a myth! That’s why we’re using this post to knock down some of the most…
Thinking About Whitening Your Smile?
So, you want to whiten your teeth. You’re not alone! In fact, when the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry asked what people would most like to improve about their smile, the most common response was whiter teeth. There Are Several Teeth Whitening Options With so…
Braces Aren’t Just for Teenagers
Anyone out of their teens might think they missed their chance for straight teeth, but that’s not true! Modern orthodontic treatment is for adults too. While it’s true that our teeth can be guided into place more easily when we are younger, they will still respond…