When you have a cold, the congestion, the sore throat, and the weariness can take a toll on you. The last thing you need is a throbbing pain in your upper teeth. But that happens more often than you think. At Lynnwood Dental Studio , many of our patients ask, “why do my teeth hurt when I have a cold?” Well, in most cases, there’s nothing wrong with your teeth. The pain is often caused by inflamed sinuses putting pressure on the roots of your upper molars. In this in-depth gui

Your teeth need each other to stand firmly and function properly. When you lose a tooth and do not replace it for a while, it not only affects your appearance and the ability to eat properly, but may also have serious long-term impacts, including jawbone loss and misaligned teeth. At Lynnwood Dental Studio, we are committed to sharing real information and facts about dental hygiene to help patients maintain their smile. Understanding what happens if you don’t replace a missin

You pick up your brush, put on some toothpaste, and scrub away for a minute or two every day. That must make you feel good about yourself, right? But what if I tell you that everything you’re doing is wrong? Not just the way you’re brushing, but even the toothbrush you’re using or the timing, it may actually be wearing down your teeth. At Lynnwood Dental Studio, we see the results of “wrong” brushing every day: bleeding or receding gums, sensitive teeth, thinned enamel, and p

Imagine living with a constant pain in your teeth or gums? That’s what periodontitis (gum disease) does to you. The prevention or treatment of gum disease depends on how early it is identified. Understanding the different stages of periodontal disease progression can help detect and stop it early. Periodontal disease occurs when infection reaches your gums and the bone supporting your teeth, causing inflammation. It can result from poor eating or hygiene habits, but it’s more