Teeth Grinding: Not just a bad habit, but a dental concern
Perhaps you don’t even know you grind your teeth. Maybe a spouse or loved one woke you up in the middle of the night and made you aware of what was happening. For many people, teeth grinding is a habit…
Read More Dental X-Rays: Are They Safe?
X-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we’ve had plenty of time to improve them. While there is always some risk in exposure…
Read More Pregnancy: What should I know about my oral care?
Drs. Daniel Aneszko and Rana Stino and our team at Water Tower Dental Care know this is an exciting time as you anticipate the arrival of your new little one. We want to take this opportunity to provide you with…
Read More Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Pre-Medication
At Water Tower Dental Care, we know the human mouth contains a lot of bacteria. A bacterium can travel through your body with routine activities that are a normal part of daily living. You spread bacteria when you brush or…
Read More Telltale Signs that Your Tooth has a Cavity
Drs. Daniel Aneszko and Rana Stino and our team at Water Tower Dental Care frequently get questions about cavity causes and prevention. You brush twice a day and floss regularly. You rinse with mouthwash, just like the dentist recommended. In…
Read More Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
At Water Tower Dental Care, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of the most common ways we recommend to boost…
Read More The ABCs of Vitamin C
A as in Ascorbic Acid Ascorbic acid is just another name for vitamin C, which is one of the so-called “essential nutrients.” These are nutrients that are necessary for our bodies to function properly, and which must be supplied through…
Read More February is Heart Month
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been established, but there are multiple theories to explain the link…
Read More The Origins of Valentine’s Day
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all things pink and red taking over every pharmacy and grocery…
Read More What exactly is tinnitus?
It’s estimated that about one in every five people is affected by tinnitus, which is a ringing or noise in the ears. But tinnitus isn’t a condition in itself; it’s actually the symptom of an underlying condition. Some of these…
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