Dental Hygiene Tips & Info

Dry mouth – causes, symptoms, and what to do

Saliva is very important to oral health.  It moistens and cleanses the mouth and helps with digestion.  It also controls bacteria and fungi in the mouth.  If we’re not producing enough saliva, our mouth will get dry, which is never comfortable.   Causes: Many...

Are dental X-Rays safe?

Every time you go to the dentist and get x-rays, they cover you up with a lead apron and the technician leaves the room to take the x-ray.  You probably wonder just how much damage is being done to your body each time this happens.  The fact of the matter is we’re...