Tooth Pain: Why It Hurts and What To Do

Tooth Pain: Why It Hurts and What To Do

Over the course of recorded history, tooth loss was an accepted part of the human condition. It was normal for a person to lose some, if not most, of their teeth in a lifetime. This was simply one of the facts of living in those eras, and nothing was done to alleviate this condition until the advent of modern dentistry.

Which Came First…The Brush or the Floss?

Which Came First…The Brush or the Floss?

Every day, in every dental office across America, the question, “Should I brush or floss first?” is asked of a dental professional. The fact that the question is asked means the patient understands the importance of doing both on a regular basis, so, for the dentist, this is already a win for the patient’s oral health. The truth is, as long as the patient is doing both, there is no wrong answer to this particular question.