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Chronic dry mouth reduces the saliva needed to neutralize acids and wash away food, increasing the risk of cavities, gum disease, and oral fungal infections.
Diluted 3% hydrogen peroxide can be used for an occasional gargle if you mix it correctly and spit it out. Here is how to do it safely and when to stop.
Alcohol-free mouthwashes are better for daily use because they clean effectively without causing dry mouth or irritating the soft tissues of the oral cavity.
A proxy brush is a small interdental cleaning tool that fits between teeth, especially useful for patients with braces, wide gaps, or difficulty flossing.
Daily brushing and flossing, regular cleanings, planning needed dental work, healthier eating, and quitting tobacco are five resolutions that protect your oral health.
Proper denture care includes daily cleaning, overnight soaking, and avoiding forcing them into place, which can crack clasps and lead to poor-fitting dentures.
A broken denture often results from drops, poor fit, or daily wear and should be repaired professionally as soon as possible to restore proper chewing function.
Regular dental checkups and cleanings are essential for detecting problems early and maintaining oral health, with visit frequency tailored to individual risk.
How you consume acidic foods matters as much as what you eat, since swishing or sipping slowly prolongs enamel exposure and causes far more erosion overall.
Dentists recommend choosing a toothpaste with ADA approval and the appropriate fluoride content along with a formula designed for your specific dental needs.
A survey found 27 percent of patients admit lying to their dentist about flossing, but gum inflammation and plaque patterns between teeth reveal the truth.
White spots can result from excess fluoride, enamel demineralization, or certain medications, and can be treated with bonding, veneers, or microabrasion.
Teeth can turn black due to severe decay, injury, tartar buildup, or medications, and prompt dental treatment is essential to address the underlying cause.
Dental care is essential during pregnancy because hormonal changes increase cavity risk and baby teeth begin developing as early as six weeks in utero.
Soft foods to eat after wisdom teeth removal, and which to skip while you heal, like strawberries and raspberries. Easy tips from our Hutto dental team.
Children tend to mimic their parents, so modeling positive dental habits at home is one of the most effective ways to reduce your child's dental anxiety.
Overusing whitening products, called bleachorexia, damages enamel, causes severe sensitivity, and makes teeth appear translucent, requiring dental correction.
