When you lose a primary tooth, it is quickly replaced with a permanent tooth. However, if you are to lose a permanent tooth, there is no natural replacement since humans only have one set of permanent teeth. This ultimately means that losing a permanent tooth results in a permanent gap. However, modern dentistry offers a … Continued
Learn More: 5 Reasons to Replace Missing TeethDid you know that gum disease is one of the most prevalent dental issues? In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) note that as many as 47.2% of Americans over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease. There are two forms of gum disease known as gingivitis and periodontitis. … Continued
Learn More: Signs of Gum DiseaseWhile your dentist is dedicated to preserving your oral health and natural teeth, there are times when keeping your natural teeth can have negative consequences on your oral health. When one or more teeth is severely damaged or decayed, restorative dental treatments may not be enough to fully restore the affected tooth or teeth. In … Continued
Learn More: When Extractions are NecessaryDo you have teeth that are overcrowded and crooked? Do you have gaps between two or more teeth? Is it hard to bite down or chew food due to a crooked bite? If you found yourself answering “yes” to any of these questions, then you may benefit from orthodontic treatment. In fact, you may already … Continued
Learn More: 7 Reasons Why Invisalign is the Best Orthodontic TreatmentDid you know that teeth whitening is the most popular cosmetic dental treatment? In fact as of 2018, the Oral Health Group estimated that $11 billion was spent by Americans on teeth whitening products and procedures. During this same time, it was also found that 3 out of 10 cosmetic dentists saw a rise in … Continued
Learn More: The Science of Teeth WhiteningTooth enamel is the strongest substance found in the human body, however did you know that teeth can still be broken? This is because while the outer layer of your teeth is exceedingly strong, it is not indestructible. Therefore certain things, like grinding your teeth or biting your nails, can wear down your enamel over … Continued
Learn More: How to Fix a Broken ToothMany people have things about their smile that they wish they could change. In fact a recent study posted in the New York Post found that 7 out of 10 Americans were insecure about their smiles and wanted to change the way their smile looked. Luckily, improving the look of your smile is now easier … Continued
Learn More: The Top 5 Cosmetic Dental TreatmentsMost people have been told about the importance of proper dental hygiene as a measure for preventing cavities. Despite this, the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) notes that 92% of American adults between the ages of 20 and 64 have had at least one cavity, but the average for this age group … Continued
Learn More: The Top 3 Causes of CavitiesDid you know that regular preventative dental care can help prevent common dental problems like tooth decay and gum disease? In fact, preventative dental care has been found to be so effective in minimizing the risk of developing these conditions that the American Dental Association recommends seeing a dentist at least once every six months … Continued
Learn More: 4 Types of Dental CleaningsThe month of October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Throughout the entire month, dentists and their hygienists work together to promote proper dental hygiene through raising awareness on the importance of dental hygiene, as well as educating their patients on the best oral hygiene practices. As all of us here at Channo DDS celebrate National … Continued
Learn More: The Best Dental Hygiene TipsYour body works hard to convert the foods you eat into energy. You may not think twice about what you are eating – especially when it comes to grabbing an afternoon snack or sipping on a vanilla latte on your commute. But the food you put in your mouth affects more than just your waistline. … Continued
Learn More: Dental Health and Your DietHaving bad breath can be an embarrassing problem – especially if you are regularly face to face with other people. Known professionally as halitosis, bad breath plagues many people every day. Most cases of bad breath can be remedied by efficiently brushing the teeth. However, some types of bad breath are chronic or recurring, which … Continued
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