It’s no secret that too much sugar intake is enemy number one when it comes to preventing tooth decay but few understand why it is so bad or what steps to take to ensure they win the sugar war in their mouth. How Sugar Causes Cavities While most people have heard their whole life that […]
One of the goals of early dental care is to ensure that cavities never occur and is achieved in many who start young and stay consistent with good oral health practices. However, most people will experience some level of tooth decay at some point in their life. At Weninger Dentistry, our dental health professionals want […]
Most women are familiar with breast cancer awareness month and have a regular mammogram. Most adult men understand that an annual prostate exam can catch prostate cancer early making it highly curable. Most adults over the age of 50 have a colonoscopy at least once every five years because they know that colon cancer is […]
Nothing is more embarrassing than realizing others may not want to be near you because you have bad breath. Everyone experiences bad breath (halitosis) at one time or another but for some, it indicates a more serious problem. Most types of bad breath are common and are not a health concern. Your mouth’s moist, warm […]
Weninger Dentistry is dedicated to offering the latest in oral health treatments without the discomfort and pain that is too often associated with them. One such procedure is the innovative Chao Pinhole® Gum Recession Treatment. The Causes of Receding Gums There are a number of factors that can lead to the problem of receding gums. […]
Regardless of how diligent you are about following a good dental health routine, the odds are that you will experience a toothache at some time in your life. The first thought most people have when they get a toothache is that they must have a cavity. That may be the cause of the problem but […]
Anyone who has owned a car for very long has learned the value of a regular oil change and tuneup. If you wait until you can’t ignore the warning light anymore before taking that pride and joy in, you may end up having to call for a tow truck. The same is true when it […]
Someone once said that the only New Year’s resolution they had ever consistently kept was to give up making New Year’s resolutions. But, when it comes to dental New Year’s resolutions, here are some you will be glad you made and kept come next December 31st. Make Routine Dental Visits This dental New Year’s resolution […]
While more and more people are concerned about their health, there still seems to be a general lack of understanding of the part a person’s oral health has in their overall wellness. Untreated tooth decay and gum problems can be a portal for bacteria to cause overall health problems and your dentist is your front […]
Everyone needs a good night’s sleep and your dentist may just be the person who can ensure you get one. While sleep study professionals are usually needed to diagnose the exact problem causing poor sleep, your dentists is often the first professional to become aware of a potential problem. According to J. Michael Owen of […]