Seasonal allergies can cause facial pain and also pain in teeth and gums. But how do you tell if your discomfort is from a more serious tooth problem? Because your sinuses are so close to your upper teeth and gums, pain in the general region can be common when you’re experiencing blocked sinuses or nasal…
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Ouch! Handling a Dental Emergency While On Vacation
One of the best ways to avoid a dental emergency while on vacation is to make sure you’re up to date on your preventative care. With regular checkups, you and your dentist are able to avoid potential problems down the road. Accidents do happen though and it’s important for you know what to do. Some…
Don’t forget your tongue!
Flossing and brushing your teeth and gums is a must when caring for your mouth, but make sure you don’t neglect your tongue. Bacteria that live in your mouth also collect on your tongue and in between your taste buds. Your tongue doesn’t get cavities, but it does hold the bacteria that can cause problems…
Mouthguards- are they really that important?
Yes! Each year on average 1/3 of kids experience serious mouth injury due to dental trauma. More than 5 million teeth are knocked out with over $500 million spent on replacing teeth due to sports activities. At Ivy Lane Dentistry we encourage kids to play and have fun, we also know it’s vital to protect…
Good Eats for Good Teeth
Everyone likes to enjoy a variety of flavorful food, a savory snack or even that morning (or afternoon!) coffee. Time and again, we’re told that proper nutrition and balanced food choices not only help to keep your body performing its best, but did you also know that what you eat and drink directly impacts your…