Do you have high levels of stress in your life? We know many things can lead to higher stress. You may be surprised to learn that stress can affect not only your overall health but your oral health as well. We want to share some ways your stress level may be harming your teeth and mouth:
We know that your dental health journey is very personal to you. It can be difficult for some people who need dental treatment to go through with it. These patients may be self-conscious about their teeth and gums, anxious about visiting the dentist, or concerned about the cost. We recently had the opportunity to speak with a patient who had put off receiving dental implants for years and recently made the decision to move forward with treatment. Click here to watch the video and learn more about dental implants and his journey.
Do you notice signs of blood after you brush or floss your teeth? If so, you are experiencing bleeding gums. This can occur from something as simple as food trapped between the teeth and irritating your gums. The problem arises when bleeding gums happens frequently, because it is a warning sign that you may have a problem with your oral health. Some causes of bleeding gums include:
We don’t know about you, but we are loving the summer weather and long days! As fun as summer may be, it is still important that you continue to care for your oral health. You might be surprised at how quickly problems can creep up and lead to oral health complications. We would hate for you to experience any problems during the summer. Read on to learn more about the importance of caring for your teeth this summer.
At McMillan Family Dental, we believe in providing dental care that will make a difference in your life. Our goal is to help our patients avoid complications and problems with their teeth and gums. As hard as we try, we regularly see patients with less-than-ideal oral health. Whether they are dealing with recurring decay, gum disease, or tooth loss, it can be frustrating when your oral health is suffering. In these instances, we will recommend a restorative dental treatment. Restorative dental treatments are used to help those who experience recurrent decay, frequent discomfort, missing teeth, or visible dental damage.
