Category: Oral Health

Lip ties occur when there is an excessive attachment between the upper lip and gums, specifically where frenulum, the small connective tissue between lip and gum, is too tight or attached too high on the upper gum line. With this condition, breastfeeding or eating solid foods becomes difficult, speech impediments arise, and dental issues could…

Parents often wonder when the right time and place is for their child to visit the dentist for the first time as their kids begin growing and developing. While newborns do not need to visit until after one year has passed, we at Wing Dental believe in early dental visits for optimal dental care for…

Gums that itch can be both irritating and discomforting. In addition to being an inconvenience, they could also indicate an underlying dental problem. If this occurs to you, there could be several possible causes; take note if this is your experience. Gingivitis is an extremely common gum condition characterized by inflammation. Common signs and symptoms…

Many people face a predicament each morning: “Should I brush my teeth before or after breakfast?” While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, each option offers advantages and disadvantages. Brushing Your Teeth Before Breakfast Brushing your teeth before breakfast has numerous advantages. First, it helps remove harmful bacteria and food debris that has…

Many people ask themselves the following question: “Is my wisdom teeth removal necessary?” Unfortunately, there’s no straightforward answer; however, there are a few key factors you should keep in mind when making this decision. Before understanding wisdom teeth and their associated problems, gaining an understanding of them and why they may cause issues is essential.…

Dental hygiene is an integral component of overall health, and technological advancements have made maintaining oral hygiene simpler and more effective than ever. A recent trend that is becoming more widely adopted is guided biofilm therapy (GBT). GBT offers a new method of dental cleaning; many consider it the gold standard in scaling and polishing…

With each baby born comes an entirely new world filled with adventures and many unknowns for parents to navigate. One topic that may prove particularly overwhelming is tongue ties, otherwise known as “ankyloglossia,” in which movement of the tongue is restricted due to an ankyloglossia band of tissue attaching the underside of the tongue to…

You might think you can accomplish more during the day by depriving yourself of a few hours of sleep. But so easily, you prove yourself wrong. Without adequate sleep, it’s hard to function and stay alert throughout the day. Instead of being productive, you might find yourself struggling to focus. Sleep is important for our…

We all know how it feels to have nasal congestion with a stuffy nose due to a bad cold or allergies. When you have a stuffed nose, you may feel like the only option is to breathe through your mouth. This can also sometimes be necessary after strenuous physical activity or sports, as it helps…