Many of us set New Year’s resolutions, but it’s been found that only 8% of people are actually successful in reaching their goals. Why do we have such a difficult time keeping resolutions and how can we increase the odds of…
X-rays are an important part of identifying and diagnosing problems in adult and child patients. X-rays provide dentists with a detailed picture of the teeth as well as the surrounding bone and tissue. However, many parents…
Dental myths are prevalent, mostly because people enjoy having an excuse not to visit the dentist! However, buying into some of these common dental myths and misconceptions can be very damaging to your oral health. Here at…
In some low-income areas, school districts are applying more focus on the dental and oral healthcare of the students in their schools. School settings are an ideal opportunity for putting a preventative intervention system in…
If gum disease is allowed to advance into its most severe form, it’s known as periodontal disease or periodontitis. The beginnings of gum disease can sometimes go unnoticed because the symptoms aren’t always painful or…
If you’ve started to notice that your teeth are no longer lining up correctly, you might be having trouble with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). TMJ disorder is a blanket term used to describe any number of conditions that…
Halloween is just around the corner and with it comes pumpkin carving, costume shopping, and trick-or-treating! Here at Meadows Family Dentistry, we love everything about Halloween, but find the sugar overload to be just a…
If you have recently been diagnosed with gum disease, you’re not alone. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), as many as half of the adults in the U.S. have gum disease and will end up losing a tooth (or multiple…
Almost everyone will experience tooth pain at some point in their life. As those who have suffered tooth pain can attest, a toothache can be pretty unbearable. Toothaches are notorious for coming on suddenly and being…
Around 80% of the population has a naturally occurring type of fungi in their mouths known as candida albicans. In low enough numbers, these fungi are generally just a harmless part of your mouth’s oral flora. However, if…
Bone loss in the jaw is known as osteonecrosis of the jaw or ONJ. This disorder can result in the complete deterioration of the jawbone as well as the bones supporting the teeth and gum tissue. ONJ can be tough to catch early…
We know that your pregnancy to-do list can be quite a long one. One thing you should definitely add to this list is a dental cleaning and an exam. It turns out that pregnancy can cause some problems with your dental health,…
Sinuses and the upper teeth and jaw are closely connected to one another. Because of this, a tooth infection may radiate into the sinuses and a sinus infection can feel like a toothache. If you’re not sure which you’re…
The dental hygienists here at Meadows Family Dentistry have been rigorously trained on the health of the mouth, teeth, and gum tissues. At our office, we put a strong emphasis on patient education, and our hygienists also…
At Meadows Family Dentistry, your comfort is important to us. We know that some dental disorders, and the procedures to heal them, can cause pain. Following any procedure performed in our office, we will provide you with…
Dental disease can harm more than just your oral health. If you allow dental diseases to go untreated, harmful bacteria can sometimes be released into the bloodstream. Once this occurs, rapid health decline will follow.
If you want to maximize the time spent here at Meadows Family Dentistry, there are a few questions you can ask to get the most out of your visit. It’s very important to us that our patients are educated about their oral…
We all know that sugar isn’t healthy for our bodies. In fact, it’s been found that a high-sugar diet contributes to diabetes, cancer, ADHD, and heart disease. However, it seems difficult to get away from sugar, as anything…
When it comes to fighting and preventing gum disease and gingivitis, nothing beats an interdental brush. Interdental brushes help to keep your gum tissue healthy by getting rid of plaque and food debris in between the teeth.
Yogurt is considered a superfood! Not just for your overall health, but for your dental health too. Because yogurt has recently become so popular for people who are looking to improve their health, it’s easier to find than…
As a child, you may remember hearing your parents tell you that drinking all your milk would make your bones healthy and help you grow big and strong! As a parent yourself, you may catch yourself telling your own children…
Most of us know that sugar is bad for us, but that doesn’t stop us from craving it occasionally. In large enough quantities, sugar can damage not only your overall health but your dental health as well.
Valentine’s Day is a day for us to show our family, friends, and loved ones how much you care about and appreciate them. But you may find yourself wondering where Valentine’s Day comes from and how these traditions came to…
Before receiving an oral piercing, we want to make sure that you’re informed about the possible risks that can accompany these types of accessories. An informed decision can help reduce any instances of regret after the…
Dental implants are becoming rapidly more popular, and it’s easy to see why. Implants are the most reliable and permanent way to restore missing or lost teeth. Unlike removable dentures, dental implants look and feel just…