Teeth are one of the hardest parts of the human body. But they aren't indestructible.   Chewing on a piece of ice or hard candy, falling down or being hit in the face, or accidentally biting into a foreign object like a pebble or stone can cause teeth to break or chip. Sometimes the nerve...

When you are on the road, it can be disruptive to your normal routine. Whether you are traveling out of town on vacation or going to a new city for a few days on business, it sometimes seems like your whole life is thrown out of kilter.   But that doesn't mean you can ignore the health of...

Root canals get a bad rap. Most people associate root canals with pain, discomfort, and long hours in the dentist's chair.   Actually, thanks to modern dental techniques and advancements in anesthesia and pain management, root canals usually aren't very painful at all. In fact, many peopl...

Paying attention to your oral health has long-term benefits. Brushing after every meal, flossing daily, and seeing your dentist regularly can help your teeth last longer and keep your smile brighter your entire life.   After your baby teeth are replaced with your permanent teeth, they don...