A common complaint many Houstonians have about their appearance involves their teeth. Of all the things people can change about their looks, the desire for a beautiful smile is a close second to weight loss. Do you want to improve your smile or have prettier
These days, there are more cosmetic products for your teeth than ever before. One of the most popular gives you the option of whitening your teeth. This might seem like a great deal when you are dealing with a mouth that is filled with something
The Journal of Public Health reported that toothaches and dental pain cause students to miss between 58 to 80 hours of school. This statistic applies to students between the ages of 5 and 17. This is why maintaining your child’s oral health is important. The
In this day and age, virtually everyone—both adults and children alike—are aware of the huge dangers that smoking poses to a person’s overall health and well-being. Not only does smoking greatly increase your risk for lung cancer, heart disease and other cardiovascular problems, but it
As summer approaches and you plan your vacations and trips to visit your grandmother or any other place, it is time to ramp-up your oral travel kit. As you pack for your summer vacation, you will include your favorite pair of pajamas or favorite pair
There are few things quite as jarring as sudden sharp tooth pain. It could come out of nowhere. You could be eating or drinking and suddenly feel as though something is physically assaulting your nerve endings. Though the sensation may be sudden, it rarely occurs
Most people are unaware that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, which is followed by cancer. In fact, it’s estimated that more than 80 million Americans have at least one form of cardiovascular disease; the most common types include
Although most Houstonians know the benefits of good dental care for one’s health, most may not know what to look for when searching for a dentist. Besides, how can a non-dental person know the right questions before choosing their dentist? Let’s start by identifying two
Many of us make new year’s resolutions to live healthier lives, but we rarely make healthy lifestyle changes permanent. It takes time, energy, and repetition to make a lifestyle change a daily habit. One of the easiest changes you can make is to take better
Do you ever wake up with a sore jaw or a headache? Are your teeth flattened or fractured? You may be experiencing teeth grinding and not even know it. Also called bruxism, this condition happens when you clench, grind, or gnash your teeth. It often