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Why is the roof of your mouth swollen?

Apr 15, 2019 | Common Conditions, Overall Health, Preventative Dentistry

At the roof of your mouth, you'll find a soft section toward the back, while up front there's a bony plate, and together these components form a barrier between your nasal cavities and your oral cavity. Occasionally, the roof of your mouth can become swollen. When...

What is Oral Thrush, and How Can It Be Treated?

Mar 18, 2019 | Daily Hygiene, Oral Systemic Health, Overall Health

Do you notice whitish patches on your tongue or the inside of your cheeks? Do you have a burning sensation where those patches are, and/or experience some difficulty when swallowing? You could be suffering from oral thrush, and it’s time to visit your Vienna, MO...

Oral Health May Mean Less Pneumonia Risk

Feb 20, 2019 | Dental News, Overall Health

Most of us believe that the consequences of poor oral health only lead to oral health issues. However, nothing could be further from the truth. It improves overall health and wellness when you practice good oral hygiene which includes seeing your dentist twice a...

Preventing and Treating Cavities Starts with You

Jan 5, 2019 | Common Conditions, Daily Hygiene, Teeth

You've probably been told by your Vienna, MO dentist that brushing and flossing your teeth regularly will prevent cavities, and knowing what a cavity is and how it forms will help. Cavities are formed when bacteria in your mouth convert carbohydrates into acid. It is...

Cancer Prevention and Your Oral Health

Dec 14, 2018 | Gum Health, Overall Health

Your Vienna, MO dentist advises all their dental patients to do their very best to maintain good oral health at every appointment, and we find out every day more reasons why it’s important. Recently, another reason has recently been demonstrated, that there may be a...

Both Sugar and Sugar-Free Drinks Damage Enamel

Nov 20, 2018 | Dental News, Teeth

It turns out “sugar-free” may not be the lifesaver we thought it was. The additives in sugar-free formulas can actually wear away the outer surface of your teeth. The news comes from a report from the Oral Health Cooperative Research Center at the University of...

How to Recognize Symptoms of Teething

Nov 14, 2018 | Common Conditions, Overall Health, Teeth

Most of us can't resist fawning over the appearance of babies first tooth, but it can also be a somewhat uncomfortable time for your child. Some parents will notice a few changes in their baby's mood but don't always know what's going on. Dr. Joseph and Dr. John...

Dental Implants Could Be Best for You

Oct 17, 2018 | Restorative Dentistry, Teeth

Missing teeth aren’t just a cosmetic problem. When you lose teeth, it can cause a recessed mouth and chin from bone loss in the jaw. You may have problems with speech or eating. Dentures are one option for missing teeth, but dental implants could be a better option...

Pregnancy Gingivitis: Uncomfortable but Temporary

Aug 18, 2018 | Common Conditions, Daily Hygiene, Gum Health

Gingivitis is a common dental condition in many Americans. When you’re pregnant, you’re even more susceptible to gum disease, which is an inflammation of the gums. Hormonal changes during pregnancy increase blood flow throughout the body, causing the gums to be more...

Vitamin Supplements to the Rescue on Tooth Loss

Jul 17, 2018 | Overall Health, Preventative Dentistry, Teeth

Many people suffer from tooth loss as they age. However, few of us start out thinking that this will be part of our aging process. Bone loss, medication, poor diets, and poor oral health are all factors that can dim our smiles and take our teeth if we let them....