Martinez Dentistry Blog

What’s the first thing you should do when you have a bad toothache? Call your dentist as soon as possible! Even if your discomfort is mild, a toothache is often considered a dental emergency. Pain is your body’s way of telling you that something is wrong. A toothache could be due to any number of dental problems, like a cavity, a damaged filling, a fracture, or an infection in the tooth or gums. Whatever the case may be, it’s important to call your dentist so that they can quickly relieve your pain. While you wait for your appointment, here are five easy and proven ways to minimize discomfort at home.

When you’re watching films and TV shows, you may have noticed that many of the leading actors and actresses have a beautiful, bright white smile. However, very few people are just born with this. In fact, there’s many different ways that you can make progress when it comes to having a whiter smile. Continue reading to learn more about options like teeth whitening and porcelain veneers that can give you a smile that you will be proud to show off.

Are you self-conscious about the color of your teeth? You’re definitely not alone. Dental staining affects countless people’s confidence and can cause even the most self-assured person to feel embarrassed about letting their smile show. That’s why so many people turn to over-the-counter teeth whitening products to try to correct the problem. The only issue with this is that not all of these are safe for the health of your teeth and gums. Read on to learn more about the safest and most reliable methods of teeth whitening.

The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful for all of us. Whether you’ve lost your job or are getting adjusted to working from home, this new way of life affects us all. In times of sudden change, we often turn to habits that can be destructive to our health. Some of these can negatively impact the health of our teeth and gums. Here are a few common habits that hurt your oral health, as well as some tips on how to put a stop to them.

Ever since the outbreak of COVID-19, people have been spouting rumors left and right on how to prevent or “cure” this new disease. Unfortunately, there is no cure yet. However, there are several precautions you can take to keep yourself from contracting the coronavirus, such as adhering to social distancing measures, wearing masks when you do go out, and washing your hands frequently. You may have heard that rinsing and gargling with mouthwash help get rid of the virus, but is there any truth to that idea? Keep reading to find out.