You’ve heard it before: too much sugar is not good for little bodies. Or, more precisely, added sugar is not good for people, big or small. The more we learn about how sugar affects the body, the more we realize that additional sugars have many downsides for health. This is particularly true of dental health. Sugar can cause serious problems for tiny teeth.
(more…)What Are Those Bumps? Oral Tori
February 27, 2021
What Happens in Your Mouth While You Sleep?
February 13, 2021
Ah, nighttime… the end of the day, the ceasing of work, and hopefully a good night’s sleep. But did you know things are still happening in your mouth all night long, even if you’re blissfully unaware of it? Drs. Bargainier, and Zuffi, Goose Creek dentists shed some light on the world of your mouth and everything going on inside of it while you catch some zzz’s.
(more…)Dental Insurance Trends
January 27, 2021
Above any other medical need, people are more likely to skip seeing the dentist because they can’t afford it.
(more…)Oral Health & Alzheimer’s
January 13, 2021
Did you know that unhealthy gums might put your brain at risk?
Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia, which harms your memory, ability to think, and can cause changes in your personality. It’s very common and usually affects people aged 60 and over. And, Alzheimer’s might be significantly more likely to happen if your mouth and gums aren’t healthy.
(more…)Ages & Stages: Kids & Oral Hygiene
December 27, 2020
Very few opinions are universally shared, but we’re willing to bet on one: the best dental checkups are the ones where Drs. Bargainier, and Zuffi says the beautiful words: “No cavities!” At-home oral hygiene routines are the most effective tool people of any age have to keep their teeth healthy, but when it comes to pediatric dentistry, it also helps for caregivers to remember what stages children are in to encourage age-appropriate oral hygiene routines at home.
(more…)Don’t Have a Stroke – Your Dentist Can Help
December 13, 2020
You might be surprised to hear that the state of your oral health has a lot to do with preventing a stroke. There’s a certain kind of bad oral bacteria that cause gum disease, travel to other parts of your body, and cause harm.
(more…)What Can Your Teeth Tell Scientists?
November 27, 2020
There are a lot of things teeth can tell you about yourself, even more that dentists can determine during examinations, and even more that can be discovered by scientists. For example, you can often feel when you have something stuck between your teeth, or when plaque is starting to build up and you could use some quality time with your toothbrush. Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams can examine this, too, and with the assistance of our technology, we can also see cavities forming, enamel wear, the density of your jawbone, and more!
(more…)Filling in the Gaps: Restoring Your Smile & Quality of Life
November 13, 2020
Life is full of unexpected surprises, and while we’d love for all of them to be smile-inducing, that’s not entirely realistic—and there may be many reasons you hide your smile. If you’re hiding your smile because of one or more missing teeth, we want you to know you’re not alone. In fact, 120 million people in the U.S. are missing at least one tooth, and more than 36 million Americans do not have any teeth at all.
(more…)Brace Yourself: It’s Time for a New Menu
October 27, 2020
According to the American Association of Orthodontics, over four million people in the United States are undergoing orthodontic treatment at any given time, and about 25% of those people are adults. These statistics include different types of orthodontic treatments, such as clear aligner systems that have become increasingly popular in recent years.
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