Understanding Bruxism: The Silent Impact on Your Teeth and Health Bruxism, commonly known as teeth grinding, is a widespread condition that many people experience—often without realizing it. Your dentist may have mentioned that you grind your teeth, yet you don’t...
At every dental cleaning appointment, the hygienist should be checking for changes in your gum health. Preventing and treating periodontal disease is one of the main goals our dental providers have. By preventing periodontal disease, systemic disease is prevented as...
Here at Dentistry by Dr David, we offer Zirconium implants because they offer several benefits as dental implants compared to other materials like titanium. Here are some advantages of zirconium implants: 1. Aesthetics: Zirconium implants have a natural white...
Ozone is oxygen with an additional oxygen atom attached to it. It is commonly used to disinfect surfaces but is slowly finding a place in the medical and dental setting. Ozone has a bacteriostatic quality that makes for a beneficial treatment for people suffering from...
Microscopy, or using a microscope is a helpful diagnostic tool in dentistry. Taking samples of plaque from a patient’s mouth and analyzing the bacteria contained in it can explain why many people suffer from bleeding gums and can’t seem to figure out why. Most people...
Many people use antacids to relieve symptoms of heartburn, stomach indigestion, and acid reflux. Antacids work to reduce or neutralize the acid in the stomach that contributes to these uncomfortable symptoms. Antacids are meant to be used for a short period of time....
