Teeth grinding is called Bruxism. Grinding your teeth can cause headaches, shortened teeth, cracked teeth, and tenderness in the jaws, face, or ear area. Good news is that there are treatments that can help relieve symptoms and save your teeth!
It’s no secret that candy can rot your teeth. The sticky sweet sugar, if not removed properly, can stick to your teeth and cause cavities. It's important to brush twice daily, floss before bed to keep your teeth healthy while enjoying those sweets!
Coronavirus is highly contagious but they are easy to kill. Keeping everyone healthy is possible if we all do our part. Ridge Commons Family Dentistry has a few recommendations and suggestions to keep everyone healthy.
Electric toothbrushes can be helpful for patients with arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or developmental disabilities. They have built-in micromovements so they do the brushing for you! Studies show less recession when using an electric toothbrush.
SDF is a tool used to reverse cavities. It is safe, painless, and quick to apply SDF. No shots are required and no drilling is necessary. It will stain the decay a dark color but it is very effective at healing small cavities
