Your oral health affects more aspects of your overall health than you might think. When it comes to your heart health and your mouth, there’s a big connection.  Research continues to show links between heart problems and gum disease. How is this possible?  The complex relationship between your oral health and heart disease is worth…

Tooth pain. It’s the worst. It keeps you up at night and prevents you from focusing during the day. And, makes you an overall not-so-happy person. But aside from the physical discomfort, there is a bigger concern and question to ask. What does that tooth pain have to say about your overall oral health? Could…

If you’ve ever felt like your mouth is full of cotton, you’re not alone. Xerostomia, the medical term for dry mouth, is the sensation of oral dryness that affects more than one in five men and more than one in four women. While occasional dry mouth may be harmless, chronic xerostomia is a different story. …

Have a dull ache in the back of your mouth? One keeping you from a good night’s sleep and consuming your thoughts during the day? That pain might be a wisdom tooth or two causing trouble. These third molars, which usually emerge in your late teens or early twenties, often don’t have enough space to…

Understanding the Two Sides of Dental Care Taking care of your teeth is essential to maintaining a healthy, confident smile. But when it comes to dental care, you may have heard terms like general dentistry and restorative dentistry and wondered what they mean. While both play a crucial role in keeping your teeth in top…

Say goodbye to toothbrushing struggles. Getting kids to brush their teeth can sometimes feel like an uphill battle, but it doesn’t have to be! Teaching children good oral hygiene habits early is essential for cavity prevention and lifelong dental health. Brushing teeth twice a day helps fight tooth decay, keeps smiles bright, and sets the…

Cavities won’t wait—here’s why you shouldn’t either. Cavities may start as a minor inconvenience, but ignoring them can lead to significant problems. These small holes in your teeth form as a result of tooth decay, caused by plaque—a sticky film of bacteria—producing acids that erode your enamel. Thankfully, despite being one of the most common…

It is well known that cavities can be prevented with routine brushing and flossing. However, dental sealants are another preventive measure against tooth decay. Sealants are thin, transparent, protective coatings designed to protect teeth from decay. They are placed on the biting surfaces of the back teeth, which often have deep grooves and pits. They…

Is that tooth just sensitive, or is it a toothache? Have you ever felt an uncomfortable zing after sipping an icy drink or biting into something sweet? That familiar discomfort could be a sign of tooth sensitivity, but it could also be tooth pain, which indicates a deeper issue. Tooth pain—a toothache—is when you feel…

Lab-created crowns will give you that perfect fit. A flawless, radiant smile is more than a confidence booster—it can make all the difference in your overall health and well-being. Designed with durable, natural-looking materials, lab-created crowns are ideal for restoring damaged teeth or replacing existing crowns.  As your Greenville, South Carolina, dentist, Monroe Family Dentistry…