Poor oral hygiene is often the main culprit of bad breath, but did you know that the food you eat also plays a significant role? Certain foods contain compounds that can lead to strong, unpleasant odors in your mouth, which can be difficult to eliminate with mints or mouthwash alone. Ingenious Dentistry is Houston’s leading [...]
Fluoride, sometimes known as nature's cavity fighter, is one of the primary elements in various dental products, such as toothpaste, mouthwash, water, and children's medicine drops and tablets. Mineral fluoride is found in water and food in natural amounts. This mineral is used to make dental items and has many other uses. For example, fluoride [...]
Tooth sensitivity can be triggered by normal activities such as brushing, chewing, and drinking. If you suffer from sensitive teeth, you have probably been looking for a solution to eliminating the discomfort. Depending on your sensitivity condition, various treatments and remedies are recommended. Ingenious Dentistry in Houston, TX, tells you about the benefits of fixing [...]
Dental cleaning is essential for optimal dental health. However, even with excellent dental hygiene at home, there is always a small amount of residue on the teeth. Our dental hygienists will effectively remove any residue during dental cleaning to avoid future teeth complications. Understanding the many parts of the cleaning operation has helped patients feel [...]
Dental implants replace missing or damaged teeth. The implants provide you with either permanent or removable replacement teeth. A dentist surgically places an implant in the jawbone to create a strong and permanent structure to support the implant tooth. Dental implants appear so natural and look like your real teeth. Dental implants have a high [...]
Approximately five million people in the United States get their wisdom teeth removed for different reasons. Wisdom teeth are the final four teeth to appear in your mouth and usually appear between 17 and 25 years old. The wisdom teeth experience is different for everyone considering some people do not have them at all, others [...]
Accidents and emergencies are inevitable and can happen within a blink of an eye. Dental emergencies should never be ignored or go without treatment for long since they can escalate into serious and potentially life-threatening situations. If ignored, injuries to your teeth, gums, or oral infections could permanently damage your teeth, resulting in extensive and [...]
As you read this article, you'll learn about the importance of flossing and the best way to do it: Flossing removes plaque that can build up between teeth and cause cavities. You should floss once a day, ideally before brushing. If you have braces, you may benefit from using floss threaders. Ingenious Dentistry is dedicated [...]
As you read this article, you'll learn about the connection between diabetes and oral health: Diabetic people are at greater risk of developing gingivitis Diabetes makes patients vulnerable to oral infections Oral infections can lead to infections of other systems, which are especially problematic for people with diabetes Diabetes comes with many complications, one of [...]
April is Oral Health Month, and it only makes sense that we spend an entire week honoring the contributions of dental hygienists, who play such an essential role in the field of dentistry. The second week of April is National Dental Hygienist Week, and in celebration of the special week, we’re sharing more about [...]
