It’s Not Just a Job…it’s LOVE How did you get into dentistry? What made you want to be a dental hygienist? These questions are asked of me on a daily basis but it doesn’t take much for me to answer honestly. Let’s start by first, introducing myself. My name is Melissa and...
Halitosis! Hali-what? Avoiding onions and garlic at lunch is a good start, but there might be more to fresh breath than you know. Most of us won’t notice our own foul breath, but if you’re curious lick your hand, let it dry, and give it a sniff. Don’t like what you smell? Here are some tips to help.
Having adequate and steady salivary flow is important for digestion and protecting teeth. Dry mouth symptoms include waking with “cotton mouth”, rough feeling tongue, thick or stringy saliva, and dry lips. The primary causes of dry mouth are medications, dehydration, tobacco use, and systemic disease. Are you prone to...