Can teeth get longer or move over time as tooth wear occurs? This is a very good question because so many people grind their teeth or have extensive wear. If the teeth wear down and then nothing else happened, there would be gaps between the teeth and the teeth would no longer fit together! Can the teeth move as you grind them down – the […]
What is the White Line on my Cheek?
September 4, 2020
What is the White Line on my Cheek? It is a good idea to complete a thorough examination of your mouth at least once a month with good lighting. Get to know what it looks like below your tongue, at the very back and sides of your tongue, inside of your cheeks, under your lips, and at the back of your throat. In this way […]
Is Chewing Ice Really Bad For Teeth?
June 30, 2016
Is Chewing Ice Really Bad For Teeth? Chewing ice is not good for anyone’s teeth, but it can be especially bad for teeth that are already weakened with fillings. Think of your teeth as fine pieces of crystal. When you have a filling done, a hole is cut into the crystal which weakens the overall structure. Your mouth where these fine crystals live is a […]