Plenty of people all over the world suffer from the habit of grinding their teeth. Some grind their teeth because they are stressed, some people grind their teeth as a coping mechanism, and some grind their teeth in their sleep without realizing it. Don’t Ignore Teeth Grinding Grinding of the teeth, clenching of the jaw,…
Laser Gum Therapy
The Rate of Bone Loss After Extraction Can Be Slowed or Stopped
Have you had a tooth extracted? Did you know that your jawbone can shrink after the tooth is removed? The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a strong foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you…
Dental Questions? Flawless Smile Dentistry Has Answers
Everyone has teeth, and smart people want to take care of their teeth. However, many men and women need a place where they can review basic principles of dental health and get straightforward information about restorative and cosmetic dental procedures such as dental implants, teeth whitening, and veneers. The Flawless Smile Dentistry dental blog is…
A New Reason To Eat More Fish
Welcome to the Flawless Smile Dentistry blog. I am Doctor Ali Torabi. In the article “Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease,” author Jennifer Warner explains that a recent study links diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) with a lower risk of. Gum disease is a common dental ailment for many individuals. When gum…
Did You Know That You Can Change the Shape of Your Gums?
Most dental patients know that cosmetic, restorative and orthodontic dentistry procedures improve your teeth. There are treatments to reshape teeth, straighten teeth, repair damaged teeth, whiten teeth, and replace missing teeth. But what about your gums? Are you aware of how much your gums affect the look of your smile? You Can Contour Your Gums…
How Your Lifestyle Affects Your Tooth Color
It’s a common desire for people to want white teeth. But the majority of people have discolored or just plain yellow teeth. Especially in a world of tea and coffee drinkers. Your Genes Make a Difference As with other physical features, there is a genetic component to your oral health. You can thank your parents…
Want Whiter Teeth?
Teeth whitening has become very popular as an affordable, uncomplicated way to improve your smile with little effort and no pain. Flawless Smile Dentistry can help you understand your options for teeth whitening and the results you may expect from various teeth whitening options. Over the counter whitening systems can give varied results, with many users not…
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
Today in the Claremore dental blog we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is dental-speak for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is typically caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth (ouch!). Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, they…
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Dentist
Let’s consider the most common oral conditions that should be discussed with your dentist. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have bad breath, but bad breath can be treated. It is usually linked to bacteria build-up in the mouth. This means that it might be a symptom of accelerating tooth decay. Discuss…
3 Ways To Minimize Candy Intake At Parties
Lock yourself in a closet. Sew your mouth shut. Wear a shock collar that’s sensitive to sugar particles. At Flawless Smile Dentistry we understand how hard it is to avoid sweets altogether at Halloween and other sugar-filled holidays. We encourage both unfettered joy and healthy living for all of our patients. Moderation in candy intake…
