Receding gums can affect the appearance of your smile and sensitivity of your teeth. When your gums recede, the root of the tooth – which is not protected by hard enamel – becomes exposed. If you have noticed increased tooth sensitivity near your gum line, it’s important to talk to your dentist. They can help discover the cause of your receding gums and hopefully help you stop the recession before it gets worse.…
Read More »If you grew up in the 1980s, you may remember the public service announcement about dental care featuring the animated character “Yuck Mouth” scampering around with horrible-looking teeth. Maybe the ad scared you into taking care of your teeth. On the other hand, it may have had the opposite effect and compounded negative associations you already had about dental care. For many people, childhood dental phobias spill over into adulthood. In fact, up to 15 percent of adults in the United States fear going to the dentist.…
Read More »If you have a connective tissue disease (or suspect that you might), such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) or osteogenesis imperfecta, you likely have dental problems. Without collagen—the glue that holds our cells together—gums can be fragile and teeth can be malformed or missing. Due to these types of dental problems, some people with connective tissue disorders seek out cosmetic dental treatments. Unfortunately, connective tissue disorders can cause problems when getting dental treatment, or any surgery for that matter.…
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