Stress, bite misalignment, and many other factors could cause an individual to grind or clench their teeth. While some may write off this behavior as merely annoying, it could also cause significant damage to your smile if the issue continues.…
Does your child experience a jolt of pain when biting into a cold or sugary treat? They could be suffering from tooth sensitivity. This excruciating sensation does not go away on its own and often requires treatment from a dental…
Cavities are a common dental issue in young patients. Dentists can treat this problem with dental fillings within one dental visit. If the dental work becomes damaged, the patient may develop a cavity under the filling in what dental professionals…
More than half of American adults over the age of 30 suffer from gum disease at some point during their lives. This problem can affect children as well, and good oral health habits that reduce this risk of this issue…
Oral hygiene clears plaque, bacteria, and other residues from our teeth, ensuring our smiles stay clean and healthy. To practice this, we brush our teeth twice a day and floss daily, and instruct our children to do the same. Rinsing…
Patients of all ages may feel nervous before undergoing dental work. Dentists recognize this and have developed methods to keep patients, both young and old, comfortable during their procedures. There are several relaxation methods your dentist might suggest, depending on…
Dentists treat cavities by removing decay from an affected tooth and placing a dental filling to seal the area from further harm. More than half of children will have at least one cavity by the time they reach adolescence, so…
A proper oral hygiene routine includes brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing daily. Rinsing with mouthwash is another good way to keep your mouth clean. But what can happen if you relax your teeth cleaning regimen? Your oral…
Approximately 5% of babies are born with a condition called a tongue tie. This issue occurs when the frenulum, tissue connecting the tongue to the bottom of the mouth, is too tight and restricts movement of the tongue. A tongue…
Dr. Allie Miller of Pediatric Dentistry of Winter Park has won an award from Orlando magazine, acknowledging her as a 2021 Top Dentist. This list was created from an extensive survey of local dentists who were asked which dentist they…