How do you know if your baby is actually teething? What signs should you watch for? If your baby is teething, what can you do for your little one? How can you, as their parent and guardian, help them with this painful process? Here are a few ideas on teething and how to help your child through it. A baby... read more »
Your teeth and gums are not the only things in your mouth that will benefit from regular cleaning and attention in your daily oral hygiene routine. The tongue itself, with all of its rough surfaces can also harbor bacteria. This can lead to halitosis, also known as bad breath. Many people with dentures like to include tongue cleaning in their... read more »
It’s not unheard-of for a hard fall or a blow to the face to knock out one of your teeth. Sometimes if the tooth is knocked out cleanly, Dr. Nadia Hamouda can implant it back into the socket. Unfortunately, most of the time fragments of the tooth remain in the gums and have to be extracted, thus resulting in the... read more »
At White Pearl Dentistry, we are committed to your total oral health. This means, among other things, that you will receive a comprehensive oral examination when you come in for your first visit. We will check for gum disease, evaluate the condition of your teeth, including restorations, and perform a screening for oral cancer. Since April is Oral Cancer Awareness... read more »
Nobody likes a toothache. They are painful, affect your eating habits, and always seem to come at the worst time. Even so, many people put off treatment as a further inconvenience in their busy lives. But toothaches are serious concerns. We want to explain what causes them, and what should be done if you find you have one. Toothaches are... read more »
As they age your child’s 20 baby teeth are replaced with their 32 adult teeth. It’s quite common for the biting surface of molars and premolars to have deep contours, fissures and pits in the enamel. Sometimes these can be a challenge to clean with brushing alone. If residual food particles and plaque are imbedded in these areas, it increases... read more »
Visiting the dentist can introduce you to many new words, and one new word definitely worth remembering is “implants.” Dental implants are a powerful, life-changing restorative option for many patients suffering from missing teeth. Modern dental technology and innovations have helped dentists offer new services and improve patient comfort. If you are suffering from a missing tooth or multiple missing... read more »
Bruxism—also known as teeth grinding—can be a serious dental problem. Sadly, the exact cause of bruxism is unknown, there are a few signs you can watch for and a few things that can be done to avoid the problem entirely. However, some people may not even realize that they struggle with teeth grinding. If you grind your teeth during the... read more »
Do you wish there was a way to prevent tooth decay and other dental issues during the holidays? If so, we are thrilled to grant your wish! There are quite a few things you can do to protect your smile this holiday season, and the first one is attending your six month checkups for your cleaning and exam. The additional... read more »
What would you do if you lost a tooth? Does the answer to that question depend on where the tooth was? Usually, if one of someone’s front teeth is knocked out, an appointment is set as quickly as possible. But, if the missing teeth are towards the back of a mouth, and don’t have a significant impact on the aesthetics... read more »