You may have heard of phantom limb, which is the sensation that a missing limb is still there. But did you know there’s a condition called phantom tooth pain as well? It’s full scientific name is atypical odontalgia, compared to typical odontalgia which is when someone has a toothache from a specific cause. Phantom tooth … Continue reading “What Is Phantom Tooth Pain?”
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Is Honey Good for My Child’s Teeth?
Due to honey’s antibacterial and anti-inflammatory benefits, it has been used to treat infected wounds since 3000 BC, and it can soothe sore throats and coughs when taken orally. Most children love the sweet taste of honey, but is it good for your kid’s teeth? Honey & Cavities First of all, you should never feed … Continue reading “Is Honey Good for My Child’s Teeth?”
6 Tips for Smiling in Photos
Do you feel self conscious when you smile for photos? Never fear! Here are some helpful tips on how to make you feel more comfortable smiling in photos. 1. Show Your Teeth While you don’t need to show every tooth in your mouth, it’s a good idea to show a few when you smile in … Continue reading “6 Tips for Smiling in Photos”
4 Ways to Fight Bad Breath
From time to time, we’ve all had those unfortunate bad-breath moments, whether it was on a first date or an important job interview. But perpetual bad breath can put a real damper on your life and lead to diminished self-confidence. The fancy dental word for chronic bad breath is halitosis. When broken down etymologically, the … Continue reading “4 Ways to Fight Bad Breath”
5 Back-to-School Tips for Healthy Teeth
It’s almost time to go back to school and we want to make sure that your child’s teeth won’t be one of the last things you think about in your preparation! So, in addition to shopping for school supplies and new clothes, put “dental checkup” on your to-do list. Here at Sullivan Family Dental, we … Continue reading “5 Back-to-School Tips for Healthy Teeth”
What Are Canker Sores?
Should you be concerned if you get painful, shallow sores inside of your mouth? They are likely canker sores, or aphthous ulcers. Read on to learn more about what canker sores are and how to treat them. Canker Sore Symptoms If you feel areas of pain or burning anywhere in your mouth, including on your … Continue reading “What Are Canker Sores?”
Dental Fads That Are Bad for Your Teeth
We all want a whiter, brighter, and healthier smile, but unfortunately some people go to extreme lengths to get one. While there are many great ways to maintain a gorgeous smile at home, there are some popular fads that are actually damaging for your teeth. Read on to learn which dental trends to avoid to … Continue reading “Dental Fads That Are Bad for Your Teeth”
5 Tips for Avoiding Cavities
It’s Friday evening. You’ve decided to indulge yourself in a stay-at-home movie night. You buy a large amount of food to snack on during your film. As you start to crunch on your popcorn, you feel a pain and decide to plan a visit the dentist to check it out. After your dental appointment, you … Continue reading “5 Tips for Avoiding Cavities”
Are Dental Procedures Tax Deductible?
It’s tax time again! Tax Day is Tuesday, April 17th—and you know what that means. It’s time to buckle down and go through your 2017 expenses to see what is tax deductible and what isn’t. We all want to save as much as possible so we can get back a bigger return, but plenty of … Continue reading “Are Dental Procedures Tax Deductible?”
What Does Laundry Detergent Do to Your Teeth?
Have you been hearing about the Tide POD Challenge? Of course you have. This challenge is like all the other social media challenges in that it is sweeping the internet. While it is unlike its distant cousin the Ice Bucket Challenge, which promotes a charitable cause and doesn’t generally cause harm, it’s similar to the … Continue reading “What Does Laundry Detergent Do to Your Teeth?”
