Dental Health

We’ve all been there. You wake up in the morning and run your tongue across your teeth only to feel rough patches of plaque that have built up overnight. The layer of ick you feel is known by a few different names: biofilm, plaque, and tartar. No matter what we call it, we can all […]

We all know that being healthy has many benefits. Lower BMI, healthy heart, and hearty immune system to name a few. But did you know your overall health can also impact your oral health? Healthy teeth and gums have been scientifically linked to maintaining a fit lifestyle.  What is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal disease is a […]

Have you ever startled yourself awake by snoring? Does your partner complain of restless nights, or consistently need to move you in bed to stop your snoring? While snoring is common, it can be a signal that there are other, more serious issues going on. If you or your partner snore and night, Advanced Dentistry […]

Expecting a child is an exciting and nerve-wracking time for parents, especially first-time parents. The list of foods to avoid, medications to stop and vitamins to start can feel overwhelming. Every parent wants a healthy, happy pregnancy and baby. However, with the overwhelming amount of information and daily physical changes, moms and dads sometime forget […]

Even if you’ve never experienced a dental abscess, you’ve likely heard the term and are probably aware it’s not something pleasant. That said, what exactly is a dental abscess? What is a Dental Abscess?  A dental abscess is a pocket of pus that forms in your mouth tissues because of a bacterial infection. If you […]

In the United States, someone dies every hour because of oral or oropharyngeal cancer (cancer of the mouth and upper throat). Nearly 52,000 people will be newly diagnosed this year, and of those 52,000 4 out of 10 won’t survive over five years. Advanced Dentistry by Design want patients to understand their risk for oral […]

Why can eating ice cream or hot soup hurt your teeth? Tooth sensitivity is a real issue for many people and can be inconvenient and frustrating. The good news is there are treatment options available if you experience sensitivity. To understand how to prevent and treat sensitivity we first need to understand why tooth sensitivity […]

In many fields of science there is folklore mixed with scientific facts. Stories and beliefs handed down from previous generations can permeate the way we still talk about and understand things. One of these myths is ‘having soft teeth’.  We hear it at least once a day: “I’m sorry doc, I just have soft teeth!” […]

Bad breath happens to the best of us. Even if you brush and floss exactly how your dentist tells you to, a garlicky meal or acid reflux can make your breath less than kissable. So, what do you do? How do you know when it’s just a job for some mouthwash and gum, or if […]

You’ve heard of kidney and gallbladder stones, but have you heard of tonsil stones or experienced their formation yourself? The symptoms of tonsil stones may include: Bad breath Sore throat Difficulty swallowing Ear pain None of these are pleasant, so your dental team at Advanced Dentistry by Design is here to tell you ways you […]