Are you aware of the dangers of dry mouth? Dry mouth is a condition in which your body does not manufacture enough saliva. Saliva is a naturally occurring substance in your mouth which is essential for proper oral health care. If your mouth is not producing enough saliva, you will be at risk for several oral health ailments including gum... read more »

How much do you know about dental floss? Even though it is something you should use every day, many people know surprisingly little about it. In addition, many people may be flossing incorrectly or not enough. If you have any questions about what products to use, speak with your dentist for suggestions. Try to use floss that will not tear... read more »

Keeping a smile safe from the risks of bad breath requires numerous oral health treatments. Not only should you make sure that you are effectively cleaning your smile every day, but you will also need to assess your oral health and determine if any underlying ailments or illnesses are present. To this end, bad breath can even be caused by... read more »

A key ailment of optimum oral health care includes always looking for new and interesting ways to improve your health. Although brushing and flossing are fundamental to daily cleaning routines, another effective product that can be used is mouthwash. However, is important understand the different types of mouthwash and which ones can be the most effective. If you are seeking... read more »

With the winter holidays approaching, you may be enjoying many delectable delights that satisfy your sweet tooth. While these goodies certainly taste good and may add to the holiday spirit, sugar can be damaging to the teeth. You should be aware that some holiday treats are worse for the teeth than others. Dr. Lewis, Dr. Lewis, and our team are... read more »

The holidays are a special time of year, but if you’re not cautious, you can do some major destruction to your teeth. By taking precautions to not open things with your teeth, to eat sweets at the suitable moments and to do what you can to brush thoroughly, you can protect your teeth this season. Here’s some additional data to... read more »

When you hear the words “root canal,” do you envision a long and painful experience in the dental chair followed by miserable time in recovery? Root canal treatment has a negative reputation with most patients, but due to advances in dental care, it can save teeth that in the past could only be extracted. Dr. Kenneth Lewis and our team... read more »

By now you have heard that you should brush your pearly whites twice a day for two minutes each time. This daily habit will help get rid of harmful plaque and oral debris from the flat surfaces of your teeth. But your toothbrush isn't designed to clean the tight spaces in between the teeth, and that's a problem. Unless of... read more »

Autumn is here, and it’s starting to get cold. That means cold and flu season is on its way. Health disorders like the cold and flu can actually influence your oral health. The bacteria or virus that caused your illness can spread to your mouth and weaken its defenses. Here’s what you can do to fight back: Vomiting causes acid... read more »

When it comes to sports like football, hockey or lacrosse, most people would agree that a mouthguard should be a standard piece of equipment. Those sports are known for being contact sports, and blows and impacts to the head are common. But the truth is, a person who plays any sport or form of recreation that has a chance of... read more »