Posts Tagged ‘ oral hygiene ’

Home Remedies for Fresh Breath

Ever had that awkward moment when you realize your breath might be a bit… off? Yeah, bad breath, or halitosis, happens to pretty much everyone at some point. It can be because of the food we eat, being dehydrated, catching a cold, or even just not brushing our teeth well enough. So, why does our […]

Tips on Preventing Gingivitis

Gingivitis is one of the most treatable periodontal diseases. If left untreated, it can destroy the tissue and gums around the teeth. Thankfully, treatment is not that hard. All it takes is good basic oral hygiene.

Does Teeth Whitening Boost Self-Esteem?

In today’s society, tooth whitening is becoming as essential as bathing. But presenting the world with a bright, white smile shows you are confident and healthy. It’s a great self-esteem booster.

Kiss in the New Year With Sweet Breath

3-2-1…Happy New Year! Most people enjoy ringing in the new year with a kiss from someone special, but the number one deal-breaker when it comes to kissing is bad breath. Unfortunately, some people with bad breath aren’t even aware there’s a problem. Dr Brad Gilmer in Columbus Ohio can help you determine if your breath […]

Teaching Your Child Proper Dental Care

Teaching your child proper dental care in their younger years is an investment in their health that will pay off in their latter years. Start by setting an example; taking good care of your own teeth sends a message that oral health is something to be valued. To help your child protect their teeth and […]

The Perfect Road Map For Your Child’s Oral Health

On July 3rd, 1806, two years into their journey to chart the uncharted west of America, pioneer explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark reached a challenge of epic proportion – the Rocky Mountains. What next, they wondered? Without a map, they were forced to do what explorers do – explore, and hope for the best. […]

New Dental Fillings Are Nano-Terrific!

Sometimes, visiting your dentist on a regular basis and treating a cavity the traditional way just isn’t enough for some researchers. As we now know, tooth decay affects our physical, mental and social well being. Caused by acids secreted by bacteria in our mouth, tooth decay (cavity) is almost always been treated by removing the […]

Hey Doc, Why is My Mouth So Dry?

It’s pretty safe to say that dry mouth (also known as Xerostomia) has been around as long as humans have existed. However, dry mouth shouldn’t be overlooked. It can lead to severe problems including chronic bad breath, deep cavities and other dental issues that could require a trip to your local dentist. When you are […]

New Massaging Method Could Quadruple Protection Against Tooth Decay

The well-known daily drill of brushing and flossing twice a day is fine and dandy, as your dentist will tell you, but massaging your chompers after lunch adds to the protection against tooth decay. In fact, the University of Gothenburg (Sweden) researchers have found that by massaging high-fluoride toothpaste on your teeth in between your […]

Ways to Promote Good Dental Health: Sink Your Teeth Into This—Licorice

We’ve spent many years in the Columbus area providing comprehensive and emergency dental services to our clients. And one question we always hear from our patients is, “What are other ways, besides brushing and flossing that I can improve my dental health?” Often when one thinks of licorice, the vision of red or black chewy […]