It’s no secret that high stress can negatively affect our health. Prolonged periods of too much stress has been linked to heart disease, gastrointestinal problems, obesity, and difficulty in managing diabetes. But at our dental office in Warsaw, we know that increased stress can also harm your oral health. Gum Disease Since increased stress levels… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Oral Health
Root Canals Are Painful, And Other Dental Myths
When it comes to dentistry, there are many common myths and misconceptions that could actually hurt your smile and oral health rather than help. At our dental office in Warsaw, we believe in preventive dentistry and giving professional dental advice in order to protect your teeth. That’s why we want to debunk several of the… Read more »
Canker Sore Treatment
There are an estimated 3 million canker sore cases a year. But knowing that these annoying and painful sores affect nearly everyone doesn’t necessarily make them any easier to tolerate when they happen to you. At our dental office in Warsaw, we understand that canker sores are uncomfortable and can hurt. That’s why we’re here… Read more »
Does Acid Reflux Harm Teeth?
It’s common to feel the uncomfortable sensations associated with acid reflux in the gut and even in the chest. But did you know that acid reflux can also affect oral health? The team at our Warsaw dental office is here to tell you all you need to know about how acid reflux can increase the… Read more »
Diabetic Oral Health Care
Nearly 30 million Americans are living with diabetes. That’s 30 million people who have the added responsibility of working to maintain their blood glucose levels day in and day out. While it’s fairly well known that diabetes can lead to other health problems such as heart disease and kidney disease, it may be surprising to… Read more »
The Oral Health Benefits of Chewing Gum
It may come as a surprise to hear our dental office in Warsaw supporting something found in the candy aisle. But when it comes to gum, we actually recommend that our patients consider chewing it occasionally. However, not just any gum will get our seal of approval. Gum containing sugar, high fructose corn syrup, or… Read more »
Tooth Pain Tips
Tooth pain can be unbearable and effect more than just the tooth alone. The whole mouth may feel the discomfort caused by a toothache, and some people also experience severe headaches. While relief may seem to be nowhere in sight, the team at our dental office in Warsaw has a few tips that you can… Read more »
Gum Disease vs. Gingivitis
When it comes to gum disease and gingivitis, there’s often a bit of confusion between the two. Are they the same thing or are they different? Can they be treated the same way or not? What does it mean if you’re told you have one or the other? Not to worry, our dental office in… Read more »
What to Eat and What to Avoid at Your Labor Day Picnic
One of the best parts about Labor Day is the picnics and the foods we get to enjoy at them. And while all of the treats are delicious, they may not all be great for your smile. At our dental office in Warsaw, we’re here to help by giving you a list of the worst… Read more »
How to Deal with Losing a Filling
Dental fillings are an incredibly common type of dental restoration used to treat cavities and decay. In fact, nearly 91% of Americans between 20 and 64 have at least one dental filling. While dental fillings are strong and can last for many, many years, there are still some things that can cause a dental filling… Read more »
