Flossing. The most underrated, but perhaps most important step of the bedtime routine. If preserving the longevity of your teeth and protection against gum disease isn’t enough incentive, maybe these tools will entice you to give your teeth a little love. Keep yourself motivated with the help of an app. Habit tracking apps let you…
Read MoreIn honor of National Women’s Health Week, let’s find out what’s really going on in your mouth. 1. Menopause During menopause, women’s estrogen levels decrease. So, what does this have to do with your mouth? Estrogen affects saliva production and if your mouth isn’t producing enough saliva, you may experience sore, sensitive gums, dry mouth,…
Read MoreYou know the expression “just grin and bear it,” right? How about “fake it till you make it?” Well, they’ve now been scientifically proven. Smiling can change your mood and outlook. And research has shown that smiling even when you aren’t feeling joy tricks the brain into thinking you’re actually happy. It’s a bit easier…
Read MoreIt’s hard to believe that a 90 percent curable disease will still kill more than one person every hour, 24 hours a day, all year long, but it’s true. This year, 51,540 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer, with almost one fifth dying from it. Early detection is key in changing this statistic and…
Read MoreWhat goes on in your mouth can tell you a lot about your overall health. Whoever said, “the mouth is the gateway to the body” wasn’t wrong. While it’s hard to see and maybe even notice, when particles of food are left in your mouth, bacteria begins to grow on your tongue, gums and in…
Read MoreHave you ever left your local dentist office with sensitive teeth after a teeth cleaning? This can be completely normal if it’s been awhile since your last appointment. If you’ve searched for a dentist near me for a teeth cleaning appointment and found you left with tender teeth, we can help explain why this may…
Read MoreGum disease – it’s a dreaded diagnosis we are conditioned to fear at our next teeth cleaning – and for good reason. Periodontal disease can be a crippling dental issue when left untreated. Finding the right gum disease cure will depend on how far your gum disease has progressed. Treatment for your gum disease can…
Read MoreGum disease – silent, slick, and secretive this type of dental issue has major implications. Watching for gum disease symptoms and preventative care in a teeth cleaning are some of the best measures to prevent gum disease onset and development. It’s equally as important for patients to understand gum disease causes if they want to…
Read MoreHave you been getting the most out of your teeth cleaning experience? Now’s your chance! With tons of professionals to choose from, your Houston dentist at Castle Dental knows just what you can ask to improve your oral health care. You can use this guide to remember what questions are going to elevate your teeth…
Read MoreDentist Checkups and Teeth Cleanings Your dental health goes a long way in enhancing your general well being. Two important factors play a role as far as your oral health is concerned: 1) daily brushing and flossing of teeth, and 2) visiting your family dentist regularly for a dental checkup and professional teeth cleaning. While…
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