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We’ve all seen the commercials about how bad smoking is for you. But did you know that vaping has the same negative effects on your teeth and gums as smoking does? Since e-cigarettes and vaping often doesn’t include tobacco, it’s often seen as the healthier alternative, but your oral health suffers just the same. Let’s discuss vaping vs smoking.
Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS May 11th, 2021
Posted In: Dental Health Tips
Tags: dangers of vaping, dental health, gum disease, stop smoking
Did you know that stress affects oral health? Bruxism is a condition where you grind, gnash, or clench your teeth. Not only does this mean you may clench your teeth while you’re awake, but it also means you grind your teeth at night. When you grind at night, it’s also known as sleep bruxism. According to The Mayo Clinic, if you do this, you’re also prone to other sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea or snoring. Although mild cases of bruxism may not require treatment, more severe cases of bruxism can cause headaches, jaw problems, damaged teeth, and more.
Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS April 27th, 2021
Posted In: Dental Health Tips
Tags: bruxism, custom mouthguards, oral health
With life resembling some normalcy again, we may forget to see our dentist for our twice-a-year checkup! Since dental offices were shut down for a few months due to COVID, some of us may have missed a dental appointment and need to reschedule.
With April being Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we thought it was the perfect time to help spread awareness and encourage everyone to see their dentist twice a year for checkups. Let’s be proactive about our oral health and schedule our dental appointment today!
Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS April 13th, 2021
Posted In: Dental Health Tips
Tags: dental appointment, dental exam, oral cancer awareness month
