Sensitivity after a dental filling is common, and it typically subsides with time. However, a person should call their dentist right away if they have extreme pain or if discomfort occurs with other symptoms, such as fever or swelling. In this article, we look at why a person may have tooth sensitivity af ...Read More

When people eat, bacteria in the mouth break down carbohydrates from food into acid. This mixes with leftover food particles and saliva to create plaque. Brushing and flossing often prevent plaque and tartar from forming. However, tartar can be more difficult to remove and sometimes requires a visit to the dentist’s office for a pr ...Read More

Gum pain can often be a temporary symptom, but other times a person may require dental treatment to prevent further health complications. In this article, we discuss some of the possible causes of gum pain. We also cover treatment, home remedies, prevention of gum pain, and when to see a dentist.     ...Read More

Your hormones can really throw you for a loop. As the National Institutes of Health notes, a small change in your hormones can lead to major changes in your body. Hormone levels rise and fall throughout a woman's menstrual cycle, during pregnancy or menopause, or as a result of using birth control pills, as the American Dental Association (A ...Read More