Visiting a dental hygienist is many times put on the back burner, and as a result health problems arise over time. Good dental health is very important to our overall well-being. That is why regular dental checkups should be a priority. 7 Reasons To See a Dental Hygienist Regularly Let’s look at 7 reasons seeing […]
What is this on my tongue?
What is this on my tongue? And, is it normal? First, let’s establish what a normal, healthy tongue should look like. It should be pink in color and covered with papillae—little, round looking, raised bumps. Those little projections give our tongue texture, which can get irritated from time to time. Irritations can cause numerous symptoms […]
Know the Facts About Oral Cancer
Did you know that every year, over 40,000 Americans are diagnosed with oral cancer? Of that, about 8,000 will die from the disease. That’s approximately one death per hour. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and at Lake County Dental, we’re here to answer all your questions about oral cancer. What is oral cancer? Oral […]
Watch Your Mouth!
Dentists give confidence and support to patients who have problems with their oral health. What you may not realize is that sometimes, a dental screening may help save your life! April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Although oral cancer has a high survival rate if it’s caught early, many times it’s diagnosed in the late stages […]