Gingivitis is an inflammatory oral disease that causes red, swollen, and bleeding gums. If a person has chronic gingivitis, it can lead to periodontal disease, which is a serious infection that could cause pain and tooth loss. Gingivitis typically develops when plaque builds up on teeth and harms the gums. How To Prevent Gingivitis The […]

As a parent, it can be hard to know when the right time to begin teaching children proper hygiene practices. Impatient toddlers should start learning how to wash their hands, and pre-teens should learn about deodorant. Oral hygiene can be accidentally overlooked but should begin as soon as a child’s teeth surface. Children’s Teeth Are

Have you gone for a routine dental check-up or dental care appointment, and been told that your gums are diseased? Did your dentist or dental hygienist refer you to a periodontist? It’s understandable to feel a little nervous, especially if you are unsure of what a periodontist does, so let’s put your mind at ease.

You’ve just been told that you will need a cavity filling, but what does that actually mean? It’s important to know what you’re putting in your body, so dive into this reading to learn more about cavity fillings and what they’re made of. How Does Your Dentist Treat a Cavity? How you think about cavities

Everyone is so busy these days. Between work and home responsibilities, juggling after-school activities, and still managing to fit in the gym (because we all do that, right?), aspects of our healthcare can get swept under the rug. Don’t make going to the dentist just another item on the to-do list or errand to run.

Did you forget to brush your teeth last night, and have woken up to halitosis and furry teeth? Don’t panic! The natural bacteria in your mouth have combined with the sugar and starch from your dinner and formed dental plaque. Everybody has dental plaque, but it does not need to result in dental problems. Good

Dentists play an important role in keeping your dental hygiene in a good condition, as well as offering cosmetic dental treatments to help you smile with confidence. Yet many people fear a trip to the dentist, leading them to avoid a visit unless absolutely necessary. If you start sweating at the thought of visiting your

When it comes to your oral health, finding dental issues early on makes them easier to treat. At Eriks Dental Group, Dr. Ty Eriks, DMD, recommends biannual teeth cleanings and annual dental exams to patients of all ages throughout Boynton Beach. If you’re wondering what reasons warrant a trip to the dentist immediately, continue reading

Wisdom teeth extraction is one of those procedures that everyone knows about and nearly everyone can feel a bit apprehensive about. Here at Eriks Dental Group, we are committed to ensuring patients are well informed and set up for life with good dental health. We pride ourselves on providing clear explanations every step of the