Dental Education

Gingivitis is a form of gum disease that can cause inflammation, bleeding, and even tooth loss if left untreated. The good news is that it is usually easy to treat. Read on for some easy tips for getting rid of gingivitis. Symptoms of Gingivitis The most common symptom of gingivitis is red, inflamed, and bleeding […]

Wisdom teeth are the last permanent teeth to appear in our mouths. Many healthcare providers are of the opinion that wisdom teeth no longer serve a useful function. So why do we have wisdom teeth at all? What Are Wisdom Teeth? Wisdom teeth appear, or “erupt”, in the very back of our mouths. They usually […]

Finding a family dentist in San Marcos, TX, isn’t difficult. Finding the right family dentist takes a little more work. Dental care is a journey. You’ll want to find a dentist who you feel comfortable sharing your journey with. What Type Of Dental Services Are You Looking For?  If you’re mainly concerned with regular checkups […]

A bump or boil on the gums is a common oral health concern for patients. There can be a few different causes for these bumps, but in most cases they are abscesses caused by bacterial infection. What Causes Pimples on Gums? Pimples, also called boils or abscesses, are essentially a buildup of pus. The area […]

Early dental care is essential to ensuring your child grows up with a healthy set of teeth. However, many parents aren’t sure how early they should start taking their children to the dentist, or what their baby’s first dental appointment will entail. Dental problems can begin as soon as your child gets their first teeth. […]

Both the American Dental Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) agree that receiving dental care during pregnancy is not only safe but can have health benefits for both the mother and the unborn child. This includes dental X-rays, local anesthesia, and conditions that require immediate treatment, such as extractions, root canals, […]

Your mouth can serve as a window into the overall health of your body. It’s often the first place where lesions and other symptoms of nutritional deficiencies, as well as diseases like diabetes and AIDS, develop. There’s also growing evidence that shows periodontitis, or gum, disease can be a very serious health condition that affects […]

The human mouth is a very complex mechanism. It’s vital for human digestion, communication, and respiration. Life would be impossible without a mouth. A mouth is divided into two sections: the oral cavity (which is filled mostly by your tongue) and the vestibule, the area between the cheeks and teeth. It consists of several components […]