We know that anyone who has ever experienced a highly stressful situation may have felt as though their gums were hurting. Studies have been performed that show a robust positive link between stress and other psychological issues and gum disease. Those dentists and doctors involved in this study do theorize that this relationship points to […]
When it comes to taking care of your oral health, meditation can help. Meditating, when used to combat stress, can be extremely beneficial. By using this approach, you can overcome the tension that leads to problems with gum disease, TMJ, oral neglect, and teeth grinding. How Meditation Reduces The Stress That Leads To Oral Health […]
If you like eggs, you are in luck when it comes to taking care of your gums and teeth. Eggs are both nutritional and soft to eat, which make them especially beneficial for anyone who has difficulties chewing. How Eggs Can Improve Your Oral Health Eggs have received a bad reputation for containing cholesterol. However, […]
Do you dislike how toothpaste tastes when you brush your teeth? There are a few different flavors of toothpaste that have been available for a while, but you may not find any of them to your liking. Some taste very minty, while others may not have much of a taste to them at all. Fortunately, […]
Diabetes is a common yet serious problem that affects more than just your diet. It can also affect all parts of your mouth. Sometimes, even if the condition itself isn’t doing anything, its medication can adversely affect your teeth and gums as well.Here’s how diabetes affects your teeth and what you need to do about […]
A root canal is the safest, most effective, and minimally-invasive endodontic treatment that can save your tooth. The treatment has a very high success rate of about 95%. However, many people are frightened by the prospect of getting a root canal treatment.At Carolina Smiles Family Dentistry, we ensure that root canal treatment carries minimal risks […]
Sometimes we see a patient with a fissured tongue or a tongue that displays single, multiple, shallow, or deep grooves or fissures. Frequently, a prominent fissure is seen in the middle of the tongue. While this anomaly can be somewhat pronounced, a fissured tongue is not medically serious. How Does A Fissured Tongue Develop? According […]
It might raise some eyebrows, but there is a connection between your sleeping schedule and oral health. Sleep issues like insomnia and snoring are symptoms of a sleep problem known as sleep apnea. This problem can further damage your oral health as well. Dental problems can also result in sleep apnea. What Kind Of Oral […]
Many people think teeth grinding, or clenching isn’t causing harm because there’s no pain or symptoms. But what they don’t know is that if they do not opt for treatment and preventative care for Bruxism (teeth grinding), it can significantly impact your dental health and the well-being of your entire body.Here are some of the […]
