You’ve been wanting to eat your favorite ice cream, or drink your precious coffee, but whenever you try, you feel discomfort. Tooth sensitivity is a common oral health issue that can keep you from enjoying some of your favorite things. It might seem like a minor inconvenience, but tooth sensitivity can be caused by a variety of issues, some of which might need emergency care. Sensitive teeth could mean there is something underlying that should be addressed immediately. Here’s what your local dentist has to say.  

So you floss your teeth? If not, you’re among roughly 70% of Americans who skip this important step in their oral hygiene routine. Though brushing twice per day for two minutes is an important part of maintaining a healthy smile, skipping the floss leaves behind 40% of the plaque on your teeth. This makes you way more likely to develop tooth decay, which can jeopardize your oral health and cause delays in treatments like Invisalign. If you need help properly flossing with Invisalign, read on for a step-by-step guide on how to properly clean between your teeth.