April brings more rain and other weather changes, but it’s not the only change you can expect. Allergy season begins in April too, which means as you’re buying medications and tissues for the family to deal with the increased levels of pollen in the air, you’ll want to purchase oral care products too. The symptoms related to allergies, such as sinus pressure and xerostomia (dry mouth) can be quite harmful according to a dentist. Learn how they are connected to your oral health and what you can do about it going forward!

During quarantine, the last thing you’d expect countless people to suffer from is dental emergencies, but that’s exactly what happened when everything shut down last spring. Countless dentists were busy fixing problems like cracked teeth and toothaches in the midst of a worldwide pandemic, but why? Read on to learn about why so many people were calling up their emergency dentist while quarantined in their home.

When you think of February, you probably think of Valentine’s Day, the Super Bowl, and cooler weather, but did you know that it is also American Heart Month? That’s right! For years, organizations like the American Dental Association and the Centers for Disease Control and prevention have used the second month of the year to focus people’s attention on their cardiovascular health. And while eating right and exercising are both crucial components, many patients forget that caring for their smile is also essential. Keep reading to learn why!

Most people aren’t thrilled about visiting their dentist, but they accept that they have to. However, if you are one of the 30 to 40 million people who suffer from dental anxiety, it can be incredibly difficult to convince yourself to get the dental care you need. Thankfully sedation dentistry is a great option that can help make dental appointments feel more pleasant for even the most nervous patients. But what is the cost of sedation dentistry, and is it worth it? Read on to find out more!

A tooth getting knocked out of your mouth is a shocking, unexpected event. It could happen while playing your favorite sport, or it might even be the result of a simple accident like walking into a post or a glass door. No matter when and how the tooth is lost, however, it’s important for you to take good care of it if you want an emergency dentist to successfully replant it. And in many cases, “taking good care of it” means trying to put it back in its socket if you can. Keep reading to learn exactly what you should do with a knocked-out tooth.