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Wynnewood Dental Arts Discusses Aging and Neglecting Oral Hygiene

In the years of our youth, we tend to think of brushing, flossing, and cleaning our teeth as a cosmetic ritual of sorts. We may even think of dentist appointments in the same light; mostly to keep back the occasional cavity, maintain the whiteness of our teeth, and prevent bad breath. As it so happens, oral hygiene is more about health than it is about looks. Throughout our lives, we become increasingly susceptible to the dangers of dental decay and oral neglect.Read More

5 Signs That May Indicate There is a Problem With Your Bite

If you suspect that something is wrong with your bite, then you aren’t alone. Thousands of people from all walks of life have problems with their bites and often need to seek dentistry services to correct them. If you happen to be one of the people who suffers from an incorrect bite, there’s no need to fear. Knowing what to look for can help you determine if your bite needs adjusting. The following are five signs that may indicate you have a problem with your bite.
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Why Regular Dental Visits Are So Important

Have you been getting your teeth checked up on a regular schedule? If you’ve been a little lax in seeing your dentist, you may be putting your smile at serious risk! Regular dental checkups at your trusted family dentistry service near Bala Cynwyd, PA helps you to catch dental issues before they can do irreparable damage to both your teeth and your health. Though not many people look forward to going to the dentist every six months, this is one appointment that you just don’t want to skip.
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Follow These at Home Tips for a Happy, Healthy Smile

It’s essential to visit your dentist regularly, which for most people is twice a year. Equally as important is how you take care of your teeth outside of the dentist chair. Not only should we be caring for our teeth for aesthetic purposes, but it’s critical to our overall health and to avoid serious health risks. Read More

4 Leading Causes of Frequent Toothaches

More times than not, toothaches cause an unbearable pain that leads us to the dentist for some quick relief. There are several underlying causes of toothaches including exposed dentin, tooth decay, nerve damage, tooth abscess amongst much more.Read More

How to Get Rid of (or Prevent) Bad Breath

We’ve all been there. You’re talking to the most attractive person you’ve ever met, staring deep into their eyes, when all of a sudden, you catch a whiff of their breath. And it’s bad. You blink and try your hardest not to show your disgust because they’re just so GOOD-LOOKING (and because you’re a nice person), but you can’t help but just want to walk away. So, you take a step back, politely excuse yourself, and go off on your merry way, hoping that the next time you see them (if there is a next time), they’ll have freshened their breath up.

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Why You Should Never Go to Bed Without Brushing Your Teeth: Part 2 of 2

Have you read our last blog? Well, this is the continuation of it! Before, we discussed the importance of your enamel and how the waste from leftover bacteria can break it down. We can understand the need to go to sleep after a long day instead of taking the extra effort to brush before bed, but doing so can cause irrevocable harm to your teeth’s health, leading to the need for emergency dentistry in Bala Cynwyd, PA. We don’t want that!

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Why You Should Never Go to Bed Without Brushing Your Teeth Part 1 of 2

We’ve all been here, it’s true. Sometimes it is way easier to crawl under the covers and sleep instead of trudge alllll the way to the bathroom just for an elbow work out. Believe us, we are well aware. It takes effort to do, especially in a half-conscious state. Still, it is just as essential as those ten extra minutes you would have had sleeping!

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Don’t Let Stress Wear Down Your Teeth

Have you ever heard of teeth grinding? It’s more common than you think. Bruxism is the more technical term, referring to the habit of grinding your teeth or clenching your jaw. Surprisingly enough, bruxism affects millions of Americans, both adults and children, whether they know it or not. Many people with this condition do not find out they have it until the dental damage is already done, since they are usually grinding their teeth or clenching their jaw as they sleep. Thus, bruxism is often an act that is entirely subconscious.

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