What causes plaque buildup on teeth? Dental plaque is a naturally occurring soft film-like substance that develops on the enamel layer of the teeth. Also known as tooth plaque, a buildup occurs as a result of eating and digestion. Foods that contain [...]
Bleeding gums are caused by plaque build-up, due to inadequate brushing and flossing. If you notice that your gums are bleeding for more than a couple of days, give Monroe Family Dentistry a call and Dr. Mjahed will help you determine [...]
We’ve all done that thing where we cup our hand over our mouths and breathe to test the freshness of our breath, right? Well, we hate to break it to you, but that doesn’t actually work to determine our own bad [...]
Monroe Family Dentistry Practitioners Focus on Your Health Research has repeatedly linked oral health with health in the rest of the body. Whereas good oral health supports overall wellness, untreated oral health problems can potentially cause inflammation and disease. Although fillings and other [...]
It can be difficult to raise children to use healthy habits. However, ensuring dental health in their children can seem especially challenging. For this reason, the best policy is to start encouraging good oral care habits as soon as they develop teeth. [...]
Brushing your teeth twice a day is important for your oral health, but if you are not flossing your teeth after brushing, you could be in for some problems with your teeth and gums. No amount of brushing can thoroughly remove all [...]
If you were to put your toothbrush bristles under a high-powered microscope, what you would see might give you nightmares: millions of bacteria, busily crawling up and down your toothbrush bristles, consuming proteins that came from your mouth, and still clinging to [...]
1. Prevent Morning Breath Everyone wants great dental hygiene tips to get rid of bad breath, especially in the morning to avoid offending loved ones. Preventing breath odor in the morning begins the night before by brushing and flossing teeth thoroughly to [...]
