Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or weakened bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol. Drinking soda and energy drinks. These sugary, acidic beverages are very efficient at weakening enamel. Chewing ice or hard candy. Your...
People get food stuck in and between their teeth all the time. Most of the time it is not a problem to get the food unstuck with floss or a toothbrush and move on with your day. However, once in a while there is a pesky piece of food that seems practically impossible...
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a stealthy adversary that can creep into our mouths with little warning. For some individuals, the risk of developing gum disease is significantly higher due to various factors. Designer Smiles, located near Fargo, is...
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have major health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an a blockage in the airway. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse onto the...
At Designer Smiles, we provide cutting-edge cosmetic dentistry. That means we correct all types of smile flaws. Overlapping teeth are fairly common. And while many people don’t mind a slight overlap, others feel self-conscious and would like it corrected. What...
At Designer Smiles, one of the most common complaints we hear from Fargo dentistry patients is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions which can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are...
