by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Dec 3, 2015 | Dental Trivia |
What do colds, coughs, and cavities all have in common? Well you may be aware that sweet treats like desserts, candies, and sugary drinks lead to tooth decay, but cough syrup is another unfortunate source as well. Troubles with cavities can arise from the use of many...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Nov 23, 2015 | Dental Trivia |
Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and you know what that means! National Flossing Day! This pro-oral hygienic little holiday takes plays the day after Thanksgiving. It’s the perfect time to get out all of that pumpkin pie and turkey that’s stuck between your teeth!...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Oct 29, 2015 | General Health findings |
Dry mouth is a fairly common condition clinically known as xerostomia. Most people who have it experience it most strongly when they first awake. Their mouths often feel dry, scratchy or sticky. It is always uncomfortable and can lead to cracked and bleeding lips,...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Oct 22, 2015 | General Health findings |
Too many folks don’t recognize just how terrible enamel-grinding can be on the overall health of their mouths. As soon as you’ve started this terrible habit, it can go on for many months and years in which the enamel is damaged so badly that it becomes loose, and...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Oct 15, 2015 | General Health findings |
Acid reflux and GERD can take a significant toll on teeth enamel, dissolving it and making teeth sensitive and more likely to decay. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than seven million people suffer from severe acid reflux. However,...
