Dental pain is one of the worst kinds of pains, and a possible aftermath of cavities, cracked and loose teeth, an abscess or a sinus condition. The first and smartest way to keep dental pain at bay is to prevent its roots through regular checkups, eating

The arrival of spring after a lazy winter is as good as a new year, a fresh start for different things. One of the ways spring is celebrated is through spring cleaning, which doesn’t only have to be about your house, but your teeth and smile. Here are some spring tips to help you maintain […]

How to Handle a Dental Emergency

Generally, dental injuries are unlikely to cause anything more than pain, but there is the risk of permanent damage to your teeth or jaw line. You will have to visit the dentist, but what do you do till you get there? Few people know how to handle the situation and they even end up making […]

The Ideal Diet for Good Oral Health

Good or bad oral health affects the general health of a person. Dentists and medical experts found correlations between gum diseases, diabetes, smoking and obesity. Before consulting your doctor, your dentist might already have an idea of what’s going on. Human body is made up of cells and they depend upon the nutrients supplied in […]

Getting Braces as an Adult

Today, devices have been invented to address so-called human imperfections. This may range from having bad skin, unruly hair, not proportioned body parts, crooked teeth and so on and so forth. The list is surely long but on a positive note, one could now get rid of disorderly teeth by choosing to install braces. Contact […]

How Long Do You Have to Wear Braces?

Dental Braces Dental braces are being used to correct or adjust misaligned teeth during growth or after. Various types of dental disorders who need braces are over bites, under bites and crooked teeth. These cases can be inherited or if not, it can also be caused by accident or prolonged thumb sucking. Right Time for […]

Brushing Your Teeth May Lower Dementia Risk (And 15 Other Reasons to Brush)

Dental professionals, medical professionals, and researchers all agree that brushing your teeth does more than prevent cavities. Brushing your teeth also benefits your overall health. The act of brushing your teeth can prevent, and in some cases reverse, many severe and chronic health conditions-including all forms of dementia (including Alzheimer’s). According to a recent study […]

Brushing Your Teeth

Recommended brushing techniques There are a variety of efficient techniques for brushing your teeth. If you talk to your dentist or dental hygienist, they can help you figure out which method will be the most comfortable and effective for you, taking into account the position of your teeth and condition of the gums. One of […]

Developing Healthy Habits…

Developing Healthy Habits The best way to form healthy habits is to begin early. Once you become accustomed to a certain way of life, it will feel natural for you to continue on that path. This is the approach we, at RiverRock Dental, recommend to you. Taking care of your teeth to prevent future problems […]