Did you know that there exists a thriving community of live microbes in your mouth right now? Yes, you read it right! Scientists call this community a 'biofilm,' but you probably know it as dental plaque. While it may not appear as the typical microscope pictures of bacteria that we find in science textbooks, the plaque layer on your teeth... read more »
All dentists agree that it is vital to remove your impacted wisdom teeth. These teeth first appear on your X-rays when you’re in your early teens, although there have been many cases of wisdom teeth erupting even in early adulthood. It starts as an uncomfortable sensation in the back of your mouth as the third set of molars push back... read more »
If you're missing one or two of your teeth or would prefer not to have full or partial dentures or bridgework, you might be considering opting for dental implants. The procedure fills in the gaps between your teeth to maintain your mouth's structural integrity and ensure an aesthetically, pleasing smile. The dental implants are made to look, feel, and function... read more »
If you have a damaged tooth or teeth, removal is not the only option for you. In fact, many dentists prefer to use a technique in which they place a tooth-shaped ‘cap’ over the damaged tooth. This is called a dental crown procedure and is the most common type of mouth restoration technique used by dentists. The cap-like structure placed... read more »
While there's little doubt that we all brush our teeth every day (right?), how many of us really carry out our flossing routine religiously? It can get quite annoying and boring to have to do TWO whole dental care routines in the morning. But will our laziness come to bite us in the end? National polls reveal that only every... read more »
Dentists have been trying to stress the importance of oral health for decades now. They’re successful in doing so sometimes, but many of us often go back to a lazy dental care routines, brushing just once a day or not brushing correctly. However, we at Soft Touch can guarantee that once you read this article on how dental health affects... read more »
The pale and sticky substance that builds on your teeth is called plaque. Not only is it unpleasant, but it also contains bacteria. If it is left to stay, the bacteria found in plaque can damage your gums and result in periodontitis. As a result, your gums can become swollen and irritable. By maintaining a good dental health regime, you can... read more »
Most of us take oral hygiene lightly. This is because we do not understand the impact it has on our overall health. Did you know that your oral health can affect your general well-being? In this article, we will talk about oral health and its impact on our general well-being so that you can start prioritizing dental care. What Is... read more »
All of us are aware of the benefits of brushing our teeth regularly. Brushing your teeth once in the morning and once at night freshens our breath and keeps cavities at bay. While Brushing is good, it doesn’t provide the cleansing that we need. This is where flossing comes in. Unfortunately, not many of us floss our teeth. In the... read more »
Here at Soft Touch Dentistry, we provide our blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these articles. Each profession tends... read more »