Do you ever find yourself grinding your teeth? Or clenching your jaw when you are angry or frustrated? Studies show 30 to 40 million children and adults grind or clench their teeth, a condition known as bruxism. “Bruxing” can occur at night (nocturnal bruxism) or during the daytime hours, and it can affect infants, adults, […]
Denture Diaries: How to Clean and Maintain your Dentures
Although dentures are different than natural teeth, they still require a similar care routine to keep them looking nice and pearly white! We’ve put together some tips for you to use to keep your dentures, whether partial or full, as clean as can be. Rinse after eating – Just like a teen or adult would do […]
How Chewing Gum can HELP Your Teeth
Remember back to a time when you were sitting in a classroom, and the fateful moment occurred when your teacher turned around and saw that you were chewing – oh, the horror – gum. He or she probably made you spit the gum directly into his or her hand, surrender it into the garbage can, […]
Snoring Issues? See your Dentist!
Did you know that Dr. Gabhart snores? Or at least that’s what his wife used to say. If your partner complains because your snoring wakes them up, the best gift you may be able to give them this holiday season is an appointment with Dr. Gabhart. Snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea – […]
A Dentist’s Guide to a Healthy Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner, and while our team at Dr. Gabhart’s office wants your family to have a great time celebrating, we also want your teeth to stay healthy. Here are a few tips to make sure your Halloween is fun and safe for the whole family: Sort the Candy: After a night full […]
Are Your Teeth Happy? How Emotional Health Can Affect Your Smile
Stress and anxiety affect us in many ways. They can impact physical health by increasing risk of heart disease and stroke, disrupting sleep, causing headaches, decreasing energy levels for exercise, and leading to depression. But, have you considered how they could also affect your teeth? Here are a couple things you need to know: *Periodontal […]
What are the Options for Implant Tooth Replacement?
Our last blogs have focused on what dental implants are and who needs them, but do you know the different options for implants? There are three different procedures Dr. Gabhart performs when it comes to implants. Find out more about them below: 1. Single Tooth Replacement If you only have one tooth missing, a single […]
What is a Dental Implant?
Are you self-conscious about missing teeth? Do you wear uncomfortable dentures? If so, dental implants may be for you. Read on to find out more information concerning dental implants. Dental implants are a popular and effective way to replace missing teeth. When people lose their teeth, they unfortunately lose the bone supporting their teeth as […]
Why do I have Sensitive Teeth?
Are you in ever in pain when you brush or floss? Does eating cold foods make you wince? If so, you may have what is known as tooth sensitivity. The good news is the pain doesn’t have to last. Read below to find out a few reasons your teeth may be overly sensitive and how […]
Jaw Pain? Don’t Ignore it.
Does your jaw ever feel tight in the morning? Do you feel a “pop” sometimes when you open and close your mouth? If so, you may be one of many people suffering from a temporomandicular disorder (TMD). TMD occurs as a result of problems with the jaw, jaw joint, and surrounding facial muscles that control […]