The True Cost of Neglecting Oral Hygiene Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential to overall health and wellbeing. It’s not just about having a bright, healthy smile, but neglecting your dental health can lead to serious health problems. Poor oral hygiene is...
From the time we are young, our parents teach us to brush and floss our teeth so that we won’t get cavities. Most people believe certain “facts” about cavities and how they actually develop. Unfortunately, not everything we learn is true. Take a few minutes to...
Life can be full of frustrations, demands, deadlines, and inconveniences. For lots of people, stress is a way of life. The problem is that when you’re constantly stressed out, your health can pay the price. There are many health conditions that are caused or worsen...
If you have a true dental emergency, make sure to consult your dentist right away. Some situations may arise, however, that after hours, so it’s important to know how to proceed. These tips will help you take good care of yourself or someone you love: • Bitten lips,...
Oral Cancer Oral cancer is a relatively uncommon, but potentially life-threatening disease that affects various parts of the mouth, including the lips, tongue, gums, palate, and throat. While its incidence rate is lower compared to other types of cancers such as...
As we age, our birthdays tend to bring new oral health issues along with them. It’s a fact of life that our teeth and gums are impacted by our age. Here are some common problems to watch for, and suggestions for treatment. Gum disease: Regular dental checkups and...
Though not considered life threatening, bad breath, or halitosis, can certainly have a dramatic impact on your life. Some people develop occasional bad breath when they eat foods like onions and garlic, or because of a head cold. In these cases, the problem usually...
You don’t have to grace the movie screens or magazine covers to have a magnificent smile. With the modern cosmetic dental procedures offered at Brown, Reynolds & Snow Dentistry, you can achieve a gorgeous appearance through simple options like teeth whitening,...
Dental health is important for everyone, but it becomes even more crucial for seniors. As we age, our bodies go through various changes that can affect our oral health. Additionally, seniors often have other health conditions that can impact their teeth and gums as...
