Does Tongue Tie Affect Speech?

A dentist in gloves examines a child’s open mouth using a dental mirror.

Tongue tie, medically known as ankyloglossia, is a condition where the thin piece of tissue, or lingual frenulum, which connects the bottom of the tongue to the floor of the mouth is shorter than usual, restricting the tongue’s movement.  Experts disagree on whether, or how much, that tongue tie affects speech. However, according to the … Read more

Dental Work While Pregnant: Tips & FAQs

Dental Work While Pregnant

Pregnancy can be a blessing, but it can make things you used to not second guess seem complicated, like going to the dentist. Can you go to the dentist while pregnant? What treatments can you have, and what should you avoid? There are many different things to consider to protect you and your developing baby. … Read more

How Do Dentists Clean Your Teeth With Braces?

how dentists clean teeth with braces

When patients get braces, they often have a lot of questions as they adjust to life with orthodontics on their teeth – not being able to comfortably eat certain foods (like popcorn or corn on the cob), or having to brush and floss their teeth differently. But they also end up wondering how they’ll get … Read more

White Fillings Versus Silver Fillings: What’s the Difference?

white fillings vs silver fillings

Cavities are common among adult of all ages. If you are one of the many people suffering from cavities, then you need fillings. How Common are Cavities? About 35% of people in the world have untreated cavities in their permanent teeth. Meanwhile, there are many individuals who have untreated cavities. Sometimes, they are unaware of … Read more

10 Oral Health Myths You Need to Ignore

When it comes to health-related issues, most of us don’t ignore the necessity of acknowledging they must be addressed. The same is true when it comes to oral health. Unfortunately, in an age where we turn to the internet for our information, we suddenly have become inundated with “alternative facts” and inaccurate reporting of truth.