Your mouth is full of bacteria. Many of these bacteria are beneficial, while others are harmful. Harmful bacteria feed on the sugar you consume and create acids. These acids attack and damage your tooth enamel, the protective, shiny outer layer of your teeth....
There are so many good reasons why teeth need to be healthy. For example, a bright smile or enjoying food without any pain, irritated gums, bleeding or inflammation. Research shows that gingivitis can also lead to other health problems such as cardiovascular and heart...
We all know that person with the beautiful teeth and yellow smile. Your boss, friend or husband. We care about people and want them to look their best. But teeth whitening can be a sensitive subject (no pun intended) and treatments can vary in price and effectiveness....
Dental Advice from Miami Dentist Dr Papiernik Miami is known for hot summers! Many people love the summer. I know I do. It is the hottest season and is marked by the longest day of the year. Also plenty of sunshine, vacation time and fireflies. But did you know that...
The holidays are upon us, and it’s the season for a bit of togetherness (and a lot of indulgences). We don’t all celebrate the same holidays or adhere to the same belief systems, but there is one thing that seems to unite us all: comfort food. Cold...
The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults have or will have some form of gum disease. The truth about Gum disease, more correctly called “periodontal disease,” is a bacterial infection in the gums and supporting structures of the...