Mouthguard Protection
- posted: Dec. 17, 2024
Let’s talk about mouthguards and night guards—two crucial appliances that protect your teeth and jaw. We could talk about how important a mouthguard is when you lead an active life. Mouthguards Read More
Teeth Grinding: Not just a bad habit, but a dental concern
- posted: Dec. 10, 2024
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 Read More
The Link Between Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health
- posted: Dec. 03, 2024
When patients of Hartej S. Sood, DDS hear any mention of oral or dental hygiene, they probably think of brushing and flossing their teeth. Although these are extremely important, the Read More
Diabetes and Dental Care
- posted: Nov. 26, 2024
When most people think of complications of diabetes, they think of an increased risk of blindness, limb amputation, heart disease, and neuropathy. However, the doctor and our team want you Read More
Gum Disease Prevention
- posted: Nov. 19, 2024
What to do to prevent gum disease? If left untreated, gum disease can lead to discomfort, infection, and even tooth loss. Bacteria in our mouths form a film called plaque. Read More
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
- posted: Nov. 12, 2024
the doctor and our team at Hartej S. Sood, DDS get this question a lot. Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come in, once young people get their adult Read More
Getting Ready for Winter
- posted: Nov. 05, 2024
Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read More
Brushing Tips for Kids
- posted: Oct. 29, 2024
You’re all set for your happy morning and nighttime ritual. You’ve provided your son with his favorite action hero toothbrush and your daughter with her favorite flavored toothpaste. You’ve gotten Read More
Why should I have my child’s wisdom teeth removed?
- posted: Oct. 22, 2024
The wisdom teeth are the last of the permanent molars to emerge from the gums. This can occur as early as age 17 or as late as 21. Though some Read More
The Secret to Lifelong Teeth Whitening
- posted: Oct. 15, 2024
Have you ever noticed your attention being instantly drawn to peoples’ teeth when they smile at you? Some people have dull and yellowing teeth, while others have teeth that appear Read More
How to Subtract Those Added Sugars
- posted: Oct. 08, 2024
Sugars are the simplest carbohydrates, and are found naturally in fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products. Our bodies require these simple carbs for energy. (Even better, we don’t just get Read More
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
- posted: Oct. 01, 2024
Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read More
My mouth is dry. What can I do?
- posted: Sep. 24, 2024
Nobody likes a dry mouth. It is an uncomfortable and sometimes oddly unexplainable sensation that most people like to avoid. It is not a condition that automatically sends you into Read More
Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
- posted: Sep. 17, 2024
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is Read More
The Effects of Sleep Apnea on Dental Health
- posted: Sep. 10, 2024
Sleep apnea is an increasingly common medical condition, and one that can have a truly devastating effect on the waking life of the sufferer. Those who suffer from the disorder Read More
Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!
- posted: Sep. 03, 2024
September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day” Read More