If you have ever had the painful and unexpected experience of suddenly biting the inside of your cheek while eating, you aren't alone. It's actually a very common occurrence that most of the time is perfectly natural and easily explainable.   It also can be incredibly frustrating, especia...

All over the US, spring is in the air. The end of the school year is within sight and families everywhere are starting to plan their summer vacations.   Before heading off to another state, a new city, or even a foreign country, it's always a good idea to schedule your regular dental chec...

As the body ages, changes occur. Bones can become weaker. Muscle mass can shrink. Even the skin can dry out and wrinkle.   Your teeth and gums are not immune to aging. Like other parts of the body, over time they can weaken, deteriorate, and lose youthful vitality.   But regard...

Cold and flu season in the US is in full swing. Between now and springtime, millions of people will have to deal with symptoms that include running nose, sneezing, head and chest congestion, and gastrointestinal problems.   The best way to avoid contracting a cold or the flu is to avoid p...

With the new year just a couple of weeks away, many people are thinking about their New Year's resolutions -- or the things they plan to do in the coming year to make their lives better.   At McCosh Family Dentistry, the new year brings a new schedule of patient appointments. And our appo...

Do you want to get an idea of what your teeth are going to look like when you are older? All you usually need to do is look at your parent's teeth.   Dental issues tend to run in families. Some of this has to do with genetics. If your parents or grandparents have crooked teeth, for exampl...

For older people, going to the dentist can still arouse feelings of dread and fear. That's because just a few decades ago, a dentist's office visit was often painful and unpleasant.   Most older adults can recall dental visits that were not very much fun. And apprehension from these long ...

Going to the dentist isn't as painful as it used to be. Today's advanced dentistry makes even the most invasive procedures -- including root canals and extractions -- relatively painless and quick.   Yet many people still get nervous when it's time for their dentist's appointment. Even th...

Just about everybody loves sweet, sugary treats. But eating too many sweets isn't just bad for your waistline. It's also can harm your teeth. In reality, sugar itself isn't the culprit when it comes to tooth decay. Instead, it's the hundreds of bacteria that already live in your mouth. Most of th...

For many people, visiting their dentist is at the bottom of their "want to do" list. That's because most people associate dentistry with pain, discomfort, and stress. That perception may have been justified many years ago. But the advent of modern dental techniques has essentially eliminated pain a...