By Aspen Dental Are Cavities Contagious? WE ALL KNOW it’s possible to catch a cold from someone who’s under the weather. Did you know cavity-causing bacteria can be passed from person-to-person too? Bacteria Is At The Root Of Cavities While sugary treats often take the blame for causing cavities, the real culprits for tooth decay are bacteria. Streptococcus…
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How Do Your Brushing Habits Compare?
By Aspen Dental Brushing habits WE’RE SUPPOSED TO BRUSH twice a day for two minutes each time. How many of us actually do that? See how you measure up! From a recent poll: 49% of men brush their teeth only once a day. 57% of women brush their teeth only once a day. And, the average person only brushes…
A Smile To Be Proud Of At Any Age
By Aspen Dental Smile at any age AGING BRINGS CHANGES. Some of those changes we love and some drive us crazy. But every change is better when you have a caring professional on your side. Many believe that lost teeth are inevitable with the progressing years. That’s simply not true! With proper care,…
October is National Dental Hygiene Month
By Aspen Dental National Dental Hygiene Month This October marks the sixth straight year that the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company are teaming together during National Dental Hygiene Month (NDHM), with the ADHA and the Wrigley Oral Healthcare Program (WOHP) working collaboratively to increase public…
Ankyloglossia or Tongue-tie
Sep. 30, 2015 By Aspen Dental Ankyloglossia Today we would like to introduce you to our very youngest patient ever! This is Baby Lincoln, whom when this picture was taken was one week old. Dr. Cameron did a frenotomy (also called a frenectomy or frenulectomy) on Baby Lincoln to relive him of a condition known as…
Wisdom Teeth: Why Do We Have Them?
By Aspen Dental Why Wisdom Teeth? WHEN DENTISTS SEE emerging wisdom teeth are going to cause dental problems, wisdom tooth removal is likely in the cards. Wisdom teeth–also known as the third molars–received their nickname because they emerge during young adulthood when a person has a little more wisdom. But why do we wait until the…
What Every College Student Should Know About Dental Health
By Aspen Dental College Life GOING OFF TO COLLEGE can drastically throw off a young adult’s normal at-home routine. Brushing and flossing, making healthy eating choices, and keeping up with routine appointments can become difficult for college students. Late Night College Life Can Be Hard On A Smile One of the biggest lifestyle changes for college…
What Can Happen WITHOUT a Mouthguard is Downright SCARY!
By Aspen Dental Mouthguards When you are out school supply shopping don’t forget to include mouthguards on your list for fall sports. And although mouthguards may not be mandatory for all sports; many studies have shown that young athletes who wear mouth guards suffer far fewer dental injuries than those who don’t. Mouth guards are…
About Decalcification
By Aspen Dental Decalcification Decalcification also called white spot lesions are bright white areas that appear on your teeth. Generally, this is an area of calcium deficiency in the enamel of your tooth. It can be caused several different ways and if not treated, the deficiency can break through your enamel into the…
What Causes Tooth Sensitivity?
By Aspen Dental Tooth Sensitivity Several conditions with teeth can present with cold sensitivity, to properly diagnose the problem you will need x-rays and an exam. However, one of the common causes for cold sensitivity is from exposed nerves on the root surface. Periodontal disease, grinding, and aggressive brushing can…
