Matthew Nawrocki, DMD, MS Blog

Most people know that good oral hygiene, routine dental visits, and a healthy lifestyle can help you avoid several oral health problems. Unfortunately, even if you take excellent care of your teeth, dental emergencies can occur when you least expect them to. For example, some of your favorite foods can accidentally chip, break, or crack one of your teeth – and that means a trip to see your emergency dentist. Do you want to avoid these accidents? Continue reading to learn of a few foods that can chip teeth.

Chances are you already know that exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and eating a nutritious diet are great ways to keep your metabolism in good condition. These habits help your body convert food into energy and use that energy efficiently. But did you know that your oral health also impacts your metabolism? Keep reading to learn how poor dental hygiene may lead to metabolic syndrome and how you can keep your smile – and whole body – healthy!

Summertime is officially here, and if you’ve been considering dental implants to replace your missing teeth, don’t wait any longer to start the process. You may be thinking why anyone would want to spend the summer months recovering from surgery, but to help you become more confident in your decision to get started now, a local prosthodontist is here to share 3 reasons you’ll be glad you used this time to restore your smile.  

Has your dentist mentioned that your gums are inflamed, or that you have gingivitis? If so, you’re certainly not alone! These are related to gum disease, which is a common oral health condition that well over half of the American population has at some degree. As gum disease’s prevalence slowly increases and research on this issue continues, experts have discovered that gum health can influence the wellbeing of the rest of the body. In fact, gum disease may be connected to a higher risk of heart disease, arthritis, and even Alzheimer’s disease! Read on as we go over how your gums are connected to your brain, and how to keep both healthy.

Many classic summer activities involve food. Hot dogs at the baseball stadium, backyard barbecue, an ice cream cone on a hot summer day. However, if you are missing teeth, it can be hard to eat all of your favorite dishes. Fortunately, dental implants can effectively restore dental appearance and function. Want to know more? Keep reading to learn how implants can help you enjoy your favorite summer foods.  

With April comes more rain, but it’s also the time of year that you’re likely purchasing more allergy medication and boxes of tissues for yourself and the family. Due to the influx of new pollen in the air, you may find yourself dealing with more symptoms than usual, including sinus pressure and dry mouth. According to a dentist, these common allergy concerns are also connected to your oral health in more ways than you’d think.

Gum disease is extremely common in the United States. In fact, approximately half of all Americans over the age of 30 have it at one severity or another. Another thing that many people don’t realize is how strong the relationship between gum health and the wellbeing of the body is, including the immune system. Now that we are living in a pandemic, it is important that you know about the connection between gum disease and COVID-19 and well as what you can do to keep your gums healthy.

One of the great things about living in the 21^st century is that missing teeth can be a thing of the past. There are multiple different options to choose from when it comes to replacing your missing teeth. Dental implants have become a preferred method because of their numerous different benefits. If you are considering implants as a solution for your missing teeth, you are probably wondering how they will feel after the procedure. Continue reading to learn more.

Many people are very busy at the beginning of the year. Between keeping up with New Year’s resolutions and planning out the rest of 2021, it’s likely that your calendar is filling up quickly. However, as you plan for the upcoming year, don’t forget to make time for your smile! Visiting your dentist twice a year can go a tremendously long way in helping you save time, money, and hassle on your oral health. Here are three very important reasons why you should start the new year off with a dental checkup.

Approximately 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth while 40 million are missing all of their teeth. Even celebrities aren’t exempt from these climbing numbers. Fortunately, modern dental technology offers numerous options to replace missing teeth. Dental implants have become a preferred choice by dentists and patients alike, including some of your favorite stars. Read on to learn more about dental implants, their benefits, and some A-listers who have them.