It is very common for patients to have their gag reflex triggered at the dentist. X-rays, dental impressions, and even cleanings can trigger the gag reflex, but how can you suppress it and make your...

Translucent teeth can make the teeth appear less white and, due to thinning teeth, can leave the teeth susceptible to chipping and breaking. As a dental hygienist, I discuss preventing tooth...

Teeth whitening is one of the most talked about topics in my dental chair. My patients ask me so many questions regarding teeth whitening, including their concern over teeth whitening making their...

As a dental hygienist, I often get asked how much a root canal and a crown cost, and I understand why. Dental work can be expensive, and it's important to have an understanding of the cost before you...

Whether you have had braces or not or have experienced tooth loss or gum disease, our teeth can shift in our mouths over time. Shifting teeth can make us more self-conscious and worry about how much...

Dentists go to school for many years and specialize in the oral cavity and oral structures. Because of this intense training and schooling, dentists are given the title of doctor. But are dentists...