What Effect Does Your Oral Health Have On The Rest Of You?
July 5, 2017
What is the most used entry way into your body?
Your mouth, right? After all, you breathe through it, eat and drink with it, chew on pens and pencils when you’re nervous, and probably use your teeth as tools every once in a while. All of the aforementioned make your mouth a great area for germs and bacteria to enter your body and cause problems in your mouth and eventually beyond…unless, that is, you take exceptional care of your oral hygiene!
(more…)Periodontal Disease | What’s Under Your Gum Line?
March 27, 2017
Did you know that your teeth have something in common with icebergs?
Yes, you read that correctly, your teeth—like icebergs—have a lot beneath the surface that we do not see.
(more…)Is There A Difference Between A Regular Toothbrush and Electric?
October 6, 2016
Advantages of Electric Toothbrushes
Do you want to take the best care of your teeth as possible? Do you ever wonder if you should be using an electric toothbrush or if you are actually gaining an advantage by using one? The fact of the matter is if you use a regular toothbrush for the proper amount of time you will see the same results as if you are using an electric toothbrush.
(more…)How Junk Foods Affect Your Oral Health
February 15, 2016
Many people in the Beachwood, OH area do not realize that there are many connections between the health of your mouth and your overall health. Dr. Faist and his team are determined to help our patients live the healthiest lives possible.
(more…)Why Should You Brush Your Tongue?
February 3, 2016
Brushing Your Tongue
Let’s face it. Germs cause gum disease, gingivitis, and tooth decay. Germs like to live in groups. The way to make these bacteria much less destructive when in their groups, otherwise known as colonies are to break them up with a toothbrush. With the colonization of bacteria comes another problem, the production of foul odors.
(more…)What Foods and Beverages Can Stain My Teeth?
January 18, 2016
Are your teeth more stained that you would like them to be?
Do you want whiter teeth?
If you do, there are many foods that you should avoid in order to maintain a bright white smile. The reason for this is that the microscopic ridges on all your teeth can trap particles of food and drink on your teeth and cause discoloration.
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