If You Have Dental Questions Our Professional Dentists Have Answers

If you have wisdom teeth, it's typically recommended they get removed. They can cramp your mouth if there's not enough space, and if they grow in the wrong way, it can cause agony. Even if your wisdom teeth grow in perfectly, they can be hard to properly clean, and removal is the easiest option.

Yes. Stress can contribute to increased jaw pain, canker sores, and even gum disease. If you're stressed, try to eat healthily, get a good night's rest, and exercise.

Some vitamins and minerals are important for oral health. Calcium, Vitamin D, Vitamin A, and fluoride contribute to healthy teeth and gums. Supplements will work if your diet lacks these nutrients, but eating healthy food is the best source. 

The easiest ways to prevent bad breath are to regularly floss and brush your teeth, drink plenty of water and scrub your tongue. This keeps your mouth cleaner, fresher, and helps inhibit bacterial growth.

You can reduce tooth sensitivity by brushing more gently, use toothbrushes with soft bristles, use a speciality toothpaste for sensitive teeth, avoid drinks and foods high and acid, and to schedule a consultation with Vanguard and Achury Dental!

Bruxism is the grinding of teeth, usually while asleep. If you wake up with an achy mouth, have sensitive teeth, damaged gums, or jaw pain, you may have it. 

Missing teeth should always be replaced to prevent your other teeth from moving around over time in the now-free space, but also to keep you eating the kinds of foods you like. Talk to us about having a dental implant, bridge, or denture treatment.

Teeth can be whitened by over-the-counter products, professional service like we offer, or coating the tooth with a veneer. Call us to learn about the risks and benefits of each option and which one is best for you.

Yes! You need dental x-rays at regular intervals, even if you have a healthy mouth. X-rays show possible cavities in hard-to-see places and give the dentist an idea of the health of your jawbones.

Healthy gums are essential because they help keep your mouth healthy and your teeth in place. Like ones with gum disease, unhealthy gums become a breeding ground for germs and can cause pain and damage to your teeth and jaw bone.