In many of our discussions of oral health we emphasize the importance of brushing and flossing all sides of your teeth. But what if you begin to notice that your tongue is looking different? Did you know that brushing your teeth should include a semi-regular brushing of your tongue as well? Your tongue can become overgrown with bacteria just like your teeth. Let’s look at some common issues that can happen to your tongue, and what they mean.
If you have ever accidentally chomped down on your tongue, you know how incredibly painful it can be! But while a nip on your tongue while chewing is painful but not serious, there are times when a tongue bite can be very serious. Given that your tongue is a pivotal muscle for talking, chewing, and swallowing it can be a great inconvenience to have an injured tongue. Today we’ll discuss the best ways to treat a tongue bite and how to know when you should seek professional medical assistance for a tongue bite.
Canker sores are a common but painful irritation. Usually the day before a canker sore fully develops you can begin to feel it forming. But why do canker sores form? And is there any way to prevent them? Let’t dive into it!
Colorado Springs gets fabulous winter weather, and this year we’ve already had several significant snowstorms! Of course, in true Colorado fashion, in just a couple days all that snow melts away. Did you know large swings in outdoor temperature can cause tooth sensitivity for some people? Let’s dig into how this happens, why it happens, and what you can do about it.
Have you ever experienced pain or sensitivity in a tooth, only to have your dentist baffled as to why? Cracked teeth are incredibly hard to diagnose, They can be a source of pain or sensitivity for months until it finally is diagnosed. We’re going to go through the symptoms and causes for cracked teeth to help you identify if this might be the cause of your oral pain.
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