Quick Summary Sugary drinks feed oral bacteria that produce acids which erode tooth enamel and increase gum disease risk, while carbonated beverages contain phosphoric, citric, and carbonic acids that attack enamel directly even in diet versions. Chewing ice can break...
Quick Summary Lost tooth traditions differ globally, ranging from tooth mice who exchange teeth for coins in Spain and France, to roof-throwing rituals in Greece and China where tooth landing position may determine how the new tooth grows. In the United States, 80% of...
Quick Summary Dr. Mark McOmie leads McOmie Family Dentistry in Chattanooga with specialized expertise in advanced dental materials and modern technology. The practice focuses on solution-oriented care tailored to your individual dental...
Quick Summary Smoking doubles your risk of gum disease, restricts blood flow to oral tissues which delays healing, and is linked to 80 percent of oral cancer diagnoses. It causes visible staining in every crack of your teeth, thick white patches on the roof of your...
Quick Summary Gum recession occurs primarily from tartar buildup caused by irregular dental cleanings, chronic teeth-grinding (bruxism), or overbrushing with hard-bristled brushes. When plaque hardens into tartar along gum lines, it leads to gingivitis and can...
Quick Summary Limiting how much Halloween candy your child eats is more effective at preventing tooth decay than choosing specific candy types. You can set a plan before trick-or-treating to trade most of the candy for a non-candy prize or limit how many houses your...
