Most of us are aware that poor dental hygiene can lead to tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath – but not brushing your teeth could also have consequences for more serious illnesses. In this spotlight feature, to coincide with National Dental Hygiene Month, we peer beneath the plaque to investigate what other – perhaps […]

By Dr.  Laura Wellener The mouth is the gateway to the body. The health of our teeth and our entire mouth is often a window to our overall health. The importance of good oral health has become more and more evident as we have begun to understand the impact dental diseases can have, not only in our mouth, […]

By Dr. Laura Wellener Dry mouth (Xerostomia) is a condition that, as the name implies, causes the mouth to have less saliva thereby leaving it dry.  It doesn’t sound so terrible if you’ve never experienced it.   But dry mouth extends from annoying to debilitating. It is becoming more and more common, and the likelihood […]

Last time we discussed how what we eat and drink affects our mouth.  Now let’s move on to good oral hygiene habits. Practicing good oral hygiene habits plays a huge role in preventing dental problems. Let’s break down some key elements: Brushing— It is recommended to brush at least twice a day for at least 2 […]

By Dr. Laura Wellener DDS It can be fairly well accepted that no one wants to have tooth pain.  So let’s discuss what can be done to prevent it.  Sometimes, there is no way to prevent a tooth problem.  Often though, there are ways we can prevent disease and protect our mouths while at the […]

February is National Dental Health Month. I am sure most of you already have this marked in your calendar, but I thought I’d mention it anyway. Seriously, February is a great time to focus on how important our mouth is. We rely on our mouths to eat, smile and talk. When our mouth is healthy […]