Is Vaping Bad For My Teeth?In recent years, vaping has surged in popularity as an alternative to traditional smoking, touted as a “safer” option. However, questions are being raised about the potential impact on oral health. Is vaping bad for your teeth, and what could it mean for your overall dental and oral systemic health? Our Elgin dentist, Dr. Dean Lodding, co-founded the American Academy… Continue Reading
Dental Emergencies During the Coronavirus/COVID-19 PandemicThe team at Smile for Life Dental want to be here for you in cases of a dental emergency during this unprecedented and challenging time. While our office is currently closed for routine procedures and other elective dental care options, our dentists are on standby for dental emergencies and can treat patients who are suffering from concerns that require immediate… Continue Reading
At-Home Dental Care and Oral Health Tips During the Coronavirus/COVID-19 CrisisMany of us across the United States are under shelter-in-place orders or are simply doing our part to follow social distancing guidelines by remaining at home as much as possible. In fact, to achieve maximum levels of risk-management during the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, Smile for Life Dental has temporarily closed, with the exception of treatment availability for dental emergencies. Since routine… Continue Reading
Why Do My Gums Bleed When I Floss?ums that bleed while flossing can be due to a number of issues; however, if it is a common occurrence, it may likely be a sign of periodontal (gum) disease. To be sure, bleeding gums while flossing and performing daily oral hygiene routines could be caused by factors other than gum disease. These include a vitamin deficiency, a reaction to… Continue Reading
How to Get Rid of a Tooth InfectionA tooth infection can endanger your oral health and your general health. Caused by a buildup of bacteria that affects the nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissues inside the tooth’s pulp, a tooth infection can result from severe decay, an untreated cavity, a fracture in the enamel, or even just poor oral hygiene routines. Some of the symptoms of a… Continue Reading
Oral Health and Throat Cancer—Is There a Link?According to a recent study published in Cancer Prevention Research, your chances of developing throat cancer may be linked to the quality of your oral health. Researchers in Houston analyzed data collected from a National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey and reported infection from the oral human papillomavirus (HPV)—a main cause of throat cancer—could be related to gum disease and other conditions… Continue Reading
A Patient’s Powerful StoryTaralyn D. first came into Smile for Life Dental with tears streaming down her face. The pain and sensitivity she had been enduring on the left side of her mouth was just too much handle; that, and the sinus infections and migraines that came along with it. “Everyone was super sweet and when I came in, and they were really… Continue Reading
Probiotics Ensure Your Mouth Stays HealthyAs health science research in the field of dentistry continues to advance, the relationship between the body’s oral and overall health continues to become more evident. What we do (or don’t do) to take care of our mouths and teeth can have a direct impact on the rest of our bodies. Recent research has shown that probiotics are extremely beneficial… Continue Reading
How Gum Disease Wreaks Havoc in Your SmileAt Smile for Life Dental, we constantly emphasize the importance of the oral systemic link where your oral health directly correlates with your overall health. Studies have shown that periodontal (gum) disease can lead to severe health conditions, including heart disease, stroke, premature birth, and much more! Now, beating gum disease altogether is becoming possible every day, especially with this… Continue Reading
New Study: Gingivitis Bacteria can Affect Your Immune SystemResearch shows that more than 75% of American adults have some form of gum disease but most are unaware of it. Learning About Gingivitis In order to understand the significance of this statement some important questions need to be answered, including: What is gingivitis?—Inflammation resulting in gums that are red, swollen, and bleed easily. What causes gingivitis?—Inadequate brushing and flossing,… Continue Reading