Ears. Lips. Bellybuttons. Piercings have become very popular, especially among teenagers and young adults. But piercings can cause many complications, especially oral piercings. Oral piercings, or the tongue splitting trend, may look cool, but they can be hazardous to your oral health.
Teeth Grinding – A Bigger Problem Than You Realize
There are a number of steps you can take to prevent tooth grinding, aka bruxism. Teeth grinding is a way to cope with stress since it releases endorphins in your brain, causing you to feel good. Since teeth grinding is so common, it can be easily viewed as nothing more than a minor annoyance. Sure,...
Livermore Dentists Can Help Your Bleeding Gums
As you brush your teeth, you might notice a bit of redness around your gums. It can be tempting to ignore the blood, but according to the National Library of Medicine, bleeding gums is an early sign of gum disease. Gingivitis, a mild form of gum disease, may require treatment and improved oral hygiene to...
November 12, 2019
6 Reasons Your Jaw is Hurting
Jaw pain is often described as throbbing, uncomfortable pain. It can happen all of a sudden, or it can start off mild and become more intense over time. Though, the specific symptoms vary depending on the cause. A jawbone is also called a mandible and it is attached to your skull at a pair of...
Are Teeth Impervious to Seasonal Allergies?
Who would have thought that teeth could be affected by seasonal allergies? Well, the easy answer is that teeth are not impervious to seasonal allergies. Actually, it’s the body that reacts to allergies, which, in turn, impacts the teeth. For instance, seasonal allergies can cause sinus pressure, sore throat, and dry mouth which can all...
The Chipped/Cracked Tooth Problem
Teeth are impressively strong for being so small. However, their durability is not all-lasting, and teeth are still susceptible to damage because they can still chip, crack, and break in many ways. For instance, biting something hard, trauma to the mouth area, falling down, and even by not wearing a mouthpiece while playing some sports...
January 19, 2017
Factors for a Toothache
Aside from regular checkups, toothaches are one of the most common reasons for people to visit the dentist’s office. According to the Harvard Medical School Family Health Guide, toothache is more relevant in today’s society than it has been in the past. In fact, nearly 25 percent of Americans will suffer from a toothache at...
Dental Erosion
When most people are in their adolescence, they don’t typically think of how the food they’re eating is affecting their teeth. As people get older, their teeth naturally become more sensitive to hot and cold substances. However, certain foods can intensify that feeling tremendously. For instance, eating too many lemons can erode the enamel on...
Help Your Baby through the Teething Process
Being a parent, you want to do everything you can in order for your child to feel at ease. When your child begins the teething process, it can be extremely uncomfortable to go through. Most little ones begin the teething process around six months old. The hard part is that you will probably become aware...
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April 28, 2016
Family Dentistry
Comprehensive Dental Service At Foothill Dental Care, we pride ourselves on being a caring and family friendly team of dental professionals committed to providing a comfortable and reliable dental experience for you and your loved ones. We are here to not only help our Livermore clients, but each and every one of their family members...