Your mouth is made up of five kinds of tooth, each one designed for a particular purpose. Incisors: You should have eight of these teeth, all at the front of your mouth. They form a scissor-like structure designed to bite off pieces of food. Canines: Behind your incisors are your four sharp, fang-like teeth, designed […]
As far as sugary candy goes, the best choices for your teeth are the ones that don’t stick around for too long in your mouth. Selections like smarties and york peppermint patties are good examples. Even near-pure sugar, like pixie sticks are easy for your saliva to rinse away after you are done enjoying them. […]
Every so often, everyone bites down on the inside of their own cheeks. When it happens, some people wonder if they may have a problem. Could there be something wrong with their teeth? Fortunately, the answer is generally simple. Biting your cheek is normal, even when you have straight, healthy teeth. The problem is that, […]
Stress can take its toll on your entire body, and your mouth is no exception. This is why our Lynnwood dentistry clinic advises that you make a little room in your life for rest and relaxation, for the sake of your oral health. The potential effects of stress on your mouth include all of the […]
If you have a crown, it may occasionally give you problems. This can come from an improper fitting, decay, or simple wear and tear on the cement that holds your crown in place. Most crown problems are reasonably easy to remedy, but you will want to bring them to our Lynnwood dentistry clinic as quickly […]
A TMJ disorder represents any kind of problem with the temporomandibular joint. In simple terms, it’s a problem with the joint of your jaw or the muscles that manipulate it. The cause of any individual TMJ disorder is frequently unclear, but our Lynnwood dental clinic advises you to be on the lookout for the following […]
Braces can make your normal tooth care routine difficult. Wire braces offer food and bacteria more places to hide from your brushing, making brushing and flossing all the more essential. Your orthodontist should provide you with a special flosser to use around your braces if you need it. You may also want to schedule more […]
Do you have a child who habitually breathes through his or her mouth? This is fairly common. About half of all children under the age of eight do some degree of mouth-breathing. If he or she hasn’t grown out of the habit by the age of eight, though, it might be wise to bring this […]
