Dental Blog

Dr. Mahar has provided this educational blog to our patients and the community. At Mahar Dental we hope our blog will talk about the dental topics you and your family may be interested in.

Want us to cover a particular topic> Please contact us today!

Latest Posts:

Living Healthier Through Taking Care of Your Teeth

Posted on 1/15/2026 by Thomas Mahar

Did you know that a sparkling smile can be a window into your overall well-being? It's true! Oral health is about more than just preventing cavities; it's closely connected to your general health. When your mouth is healthy, it can have a positive ripple effect throughout your entire body. Taking good care of your teeth and gums is an investment in a healthier you. Let's explore how simple steps can lead to a more healthy and vibrant life. The Mouth-Body Connection The mouth is a gateway. It's the entry point for everything we eat and drink, and it's teeming with bacteria. Most of the time, these bacteria are kept in check by good oral hygiene and your body's natural defenses. However, when oral hygiene slips, bacteria can multiply and lead to problems like gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis). Gum disease isn't just about sore gums and bad breath. Research has linked it to several serious health conditions, including: Simple Steps to a Healthier Mouth and Body The good news is that preventing oral health problems and improving your overall health is often achieved with a few simple habits. Investing in Your Well-being Think of taking care of your teeth and gums as an investment in your overall health. It's not just about a pretty smile; it's about protecting yourself from a range of potential health problems. By making oral hygiene a priority, you can take proactive steps toward a healthier, happier, and longer life. Remember, a healthy mouth contributes to a healthier you!...
Read more...

All Posts:

Living Healthier Through Taking Care of Your Teeth
1/15/2026
Benefits of Laser Gum Surgery and How it Can Treat Periodontal Diseases
1/1/2026
The Best Approach to Overcoming Dental Anxiety is Telling Us So We Can Help
12/15/2025
What Stress Does to Your Oral Health
12/1/2025
Five Things Your Tongue Says About Your Health
11/15/2025
How Long is the Right Amount of Time to Wait After Eating to Brush?
11/3/2025
Why Might One Want Longer Dental Crowns?
10/15/2025
Vitamins Are Important for Optimal Oral Health
10/1/2025
Benefits of Essential Oils for Your Oral Health
9/15/2025
How Being Sedated Makes Dental Procedures Easier
9/1/2025
Does Your Lifestyle Leave You Exposed to Higher Cancer Risks?
8/15/2025
Why You Need to Protect Your Gums When Pregnant
8/1/2025
5 Treatment Options for Cavities - Taking Back Your Oral Health
7/15/2025
How Long Does it Really Take for a Cavity to Form?
7/1/2025
What is Dental Debridement?
6/16/2025
Avoid the Risks of DIY Whitening Systems
6/2/2025
How Do You Properly Use a Tongue Scraper?
5/15/2025
When Tooth Sensitivity Gets Bad Enough to Require Medication, We Can Help
5/1/2025
Getting Something Out from Between Your Teeth Requires Finesse
4/15/2025
Things to Remember If a Filling Comes Loose
4/1/2025
How Dark Chocolate Enhances Oral Health - A Delicious Way to Improve Your Smile
3/15/2025
Does Jaw Resorption Affect Those with All-on-4 Implants?
3/3/2025
How Grinding Your Teeth Wears Down Your Enamel
2/15/2025
Why We Do Oral Cancer Screenings Every Six Months
2/3/2025
Treating Gum Disease Can Lead to Other Health Improvements
1/15/2025
Ways of Adding Seaweed Into Your Daily Diet
1/1/2025
Do You Believe These Dental Myths?
12/16/2024
Why You Should Make Sure to See Your Dentist At Least One More Time This Year
12/2/2024
Why Flossing and Weight Loss Are Related
11/15/2024
Dental Crowns Can Improve Your Oral Health
11/1/2024
Four Tips for Keeping Your Mouth Healthy during Cold and Flu Season
10/15/2024
What Should You Eat Before Your Dental Appointment?
10/1/2024
Tips to Speed Up Your Jaw Surgery Recovery
9/16/2024
Tips to Avoid Bleeding Gums
9/2/2024
What Conditions of Teeth Do Require Restorations?
8/15/2024
What Are the Three Stages of the Root Canal Procedure?
8/1/2024
What Happens When I Have a Cavity?
7/15/2024
Are You a Good Candidate for Veneers?
7/1/2024
I Brush My Teeth Twice a Day, So Why Do I Still Get Cavities?
6/15/2024
I Brush My Teeth Only With Baking Soda and Salt. Is That Bad?
6/3/2024
What Type of Mouthguard Should I Get?
5/15/2024
What Treatments Are Available for Gum Disease?
5/1/2024
Unveiling the Charm Behind a Socially Welcoming Smile
4/15/2024
Brush Your Worries Away - Should You Use Baking Soda to Clean Your Smile?
4/1/2024
Can Dental Plaque Affect Your Health?
3/15/2024
Can Dehydration Cause Dental Plaque?
3/1/2024
Define Dental Models and Explain Their Use in Dentistry
2/15/2024
Can You Get Veneers With Missing Teeth?
2/2/2024
Is It Normal To Lose Teeth As You Age?
1/15/2024
Impact of Acidic Foods on Tooth Enamel
1/2/2024
Oral Hygiene Tips For Maintaining A Healthy Smile
12/15/2023
Understanding the Role of Bisphosphonates in Oral Health
12/1/2023
What Fruits And Vegetables Are Good For My Teeth?
11/15/2023
Can I Reverse the Effects of Tooth Grinding?
11/1/2023
What Causes Denture Breakage?
10/31/2023
How often should I brush my teeth?
10/15/2023
Innovations in Oral Cancer Screening
9/25/2023
Are Crowns Better Than Dental Fillings?
9/11/2023
5 Problems Veneers Solve
8/21/2023
5 Ways to Prevent Cavities
8/7/2023
The Importance of Proper Hydration for Oral Health
7/24/2023
Food with Calcium Can Boost Oral Health
7/10/2023
The following is a definition of general dentistry
6/19/2023
The Role Of Nutrition In Oral Health
6/5/2023
Alzheimers Oral Health Connection
5/22/2023
Health Effects of Smiling
5/8/2023
Secrets for maintaining your toothbrush
4/24/2023
Why Does Mouthwash Burn?
4/10/2023
Is Bone Graft Necessary?
3/20/2023
How Does The Dentists Determine If You Have An Infection
3/6/2023
Bad Breath: Causes, Treatment and Prevention
2/20/2023
Gum Disease and Dementia: What Is the Relation?
2/6/2023
Is A Night Guard Good For Your Oral Health?
1/23/2023
How Dental Bridges Can Help You Maintain Good Oral Health
1/9/2023
Why Are My Teeth Shifting?
12/19/2022
How Much Sugar Is Actually in your Drink
12/5/2022
Are Dental Implants Long-Lasting?
11/21/2022
Signs That You Need Root Canal Treatment
11/7/2022
What Is Dental Bone Grafting?
10/24/2022
Why is oral Health Important?
10/10/2022
What Are Oral Hygiene Habits?
9/19/2022
How Do Dental Crowns Help With Oral Health Issues?
9/5/2022
How To Prevent Tooth Erosion
8/22/2022
What is a Root Canal Treatment?
8/8/2022
Temporary Anchorage Devices
7/18/2022
Common Causes Of Bad Breath
7/4/2022
How Does Oral Health Affect General Wellness
6/20/2022
Front Tooth Replacement Options
6/6/2022
How to Choose the Dental Sealants
5/23/2022
The Different Types Of Dental Cleanings
5/9/2022
Spruce Up Your Smile With Teeth Whitening
4/25/2022
Is Mouth Wash Safe for Your dental health?
4/11/2022
Dental Health is More Affordable Than You Think
3/21/2022
What is a Comprehensive Dental Exam? A Dentist Answers
3/7/2022
How Bruxism Affects Your Mouth
2/21/2022
Are Crowns Effective?
2/7/2022
Should you rinse your mouth out after brushing?
1/24/2022
Permanent Denture Options Pros Cons
1/10/2022
Cosmetic dental secrets to keeping a youthful look
12/23/2021
The Hidden Dangers of Hydrogen Peroxide Based Whitening Products
12/10/2021
Who Needs Jaw Surgery?
11/22/2021
How Does Use Of Fluoride Benefit Your Teeth? What Are The Myths And Facts Associated With Fluoride?
11/8/2021
What are The Foods That Promote Gum Health?
10/25/2021
Benefits of Dental Bone Grafting
10/11/2021
Tips for When You Need to Floss Behind Your Back Teeth
9/21/2021
Do You Always Have to Repair a Dental Chip?
9/6/2021
Is Chewing Tobacco Safer than Smoking for Your Oral Health?
8/23/2021
Symptoms to Be Mindful of if You Worry About Abscessed Teeth
8/9/2021
How Being Outside Can Boost Your Oral Health
7/26/2021
Can You Over Bleach Your Teeth While Whitening
7/12/2021
Common Diseases that Cause Tooth Decay
6/21/2021
Pack a Dental Bag When You Travel
6/7/2021
How Brushing Too Long Can Damage Your Teeth
5/24/2021
We Always Watch for Early Signs of Oral Cancer
5/10/2021
What You Need to Know Before Getting a Tooth Extraction
4/26/2021
The Right Way to Floss Your Teeth
4/12/2021
Most Common Types of Fillings Materials
3/22/2021
Night Foods That Cause Morning Breath
3/8/2021
What Diets Can Harm Your Oral Health?
2/22/2021
Benefits Your Mouth Can Get from Having a Fluoride Treatment
2/8/2021
When Should You Be Worried About a Toothache?
1/25/2021
Top Benefits of Flossing Your Teeth
1/11/2021
Do You Know How TMD Presents Itself?
12/21/2020
Ways of Repairing Unsightly Craze Lines?
12/7/2020
How ADA Products Can Differ (ADA sets guideline, up to brand how far beyond to go
11/16/2020
How ADA Products Can Differ (ADA sets guideline, up to brand how far beyond to go
11/16/2020
Can a Hard Bristle Toothbrush Damage the Gums?
11/9/2020
How a Healthy Mouth Can Save You Money
10/19/2020
Broken Dental Crowns Will Require Treatment
10/5/2020
What Happens During Molar Uprighting?
9/21/2020
Best Sugarless Snacks to Eat for a Healthy Smile
9/7/2020
Best Snack Foods for Healthy Teeth While on the Go
8/24/2020
Why Do Your Teeth Move While You Are Sleeping?
8/10/2020
Tips on Keeping Dental Bonding for As Long As Possible
7/23/2020
Are You Just Really Thirsty or Do You Have Dry Mouth?
7/7/2020
How Gum Disease Relates to Prostate Issues
6/22/2020
Why Do Babies Suck Their Thumb?
6/8/2020
Why Is Your Dentin Getting Darker with Age?
5/29/2020
Dental Anxieties: Ways to Stop Fear of the Dental Chair
5/15/2020
Reasons to Avoid Rinsing with Water After Brushing
4/20/2020
How to Tell if You Miss Areas of Your Mouth When Brushing
4/10/2020
What Dental Debridement Does for Your Oral Health
3/20/2020
How Dental Appliances Can Reduce the Risk of You Developing Tooth Decay
3/10/2020
How To Create A New Oral Care Routine
2/20/2020
Are Loose Teeth Common in Old Age?
2/10/2020
Foods Can Help You Combat Bad Breath
1/20/2020
Does Tea Help When You Have Bad Breath?
1/10/2020
Facing Dental Fears Can Start with Learning the Facts
12/20/2019
Effects of Dry Mouth on Your Teeth and Gums
12/10/2019
Energy Drinks and Your Teeth
11/20/2019
Does the Time of Day You Visit Our Office Really Make a Difference for Your Oral Health?
11/10/2019
Dangers of an Untreated Abscessed Tooth
10/20/2019
Can Your Allergies Become Worse if You Have Poor Oral Health?
10/10/2019
Signs an Old Filling Needs Replacing
9/20/2019
Understanding Cracked Tooth Syndrome
9/10/2019
Reason for Waiting to Brush After Eating
8/20/2019
How to Spot an Impacted Tooth
8/10/2019
What Is a Fissured Tongue? Does it Require Treatment?
7/20/2019
We Won't Shame You for Missing Dental Appointments
7/10/2019
Do Sugar Substitutes Avoid the Same Problems as Natural Sugar?
6/20/2019
Dental Wax Should Always Be Nearby
6/10/2019
Ways of Managing a Crack in One of Your Front Teeth
5/20/2019
How Often Do You Need to Come See Us?
5/10/2019
Cavities and Sleep Deprivation Have a Legitimate Connection
4/20/2019
What Happens When You Go Without Regular Dental Care?
4/10/2019
Manage Your Stress As a Way to Combat Bruxism
3/20/2019
It is Very Important to Keep Your Teeth Clean After Completing Braces
3/10/2019
Ways of Managing Dental Anxiety Before Your Appointment
2/20/2019
Top 3 Reasons Why You May Need a Root Canal Someday
2/10/2019
How a Dental Abscess Spreads
1/20/2019
Does Strep Throat Make It To Where You Need A New Toothbrush?
1/10/2019
Can Oral Problems Wait Until Your Next Regular Appointment?
12/20/2018
Can Herbal Supplements Cause Damage Your Teeth?
12/10/2018
Do All Teeth Whiten When Exposed to Bleach?
11/20/2018
Could Your Oral Health Be Improved with Inlays or Onlays?
11/10/2018
Your Teeth Can Show Signs of Digestive Issues
10/20/2018
Your Smile Can Impact How Much People Trust You
10/10/2018
Does Nighttime Bruxism Wake You Up? There Are Treatment Options
9/20/2018
Does Humidity Harm Your Oral Health?
9/10/2018
What Are Soft Teeth?
8/20/2018
What are Composite Filings Made Of?
8/10/2018
How to Make Your Visits to Our Office Happier
7/20/2018
Can Bioactive Glass Be a Good Filling Option?
7/10/2018
Signs Your Toothache is More Than a Cavity
6/20/2018
Signs You Struggle with Clenching or Grinding Your Teeth
6/10/2018
When Would a Dental Bridge Help Your Teeth?
5/20/2018
When Trauma Happens to Your Mouth, You Need to Come Get Seen
5/10/2018
Ask About Your Next Procedure so you Know What to Expect
4/20/2018
Benefits of Using Mouthwash Once Each Day
4/10/2018
Reasons Ear Aches Are Sometimes Caused by Your Teeth
3/20/2018
Protecting Your Lips from Extreme Spring Weather Changes
3/10/2018
The Most Common Types of Cavities
2/20/2018
The Financial Benefits of Having Good Oral Health
2/10/2018
Whitening Teeth with Dental Crowns
1/20/2018
The Trauma of Tooth Extraction Should Be Avoided Whenever Necessary
1/10/2018
Managing the Pain of Erupting Molars and Wisdom Teeth
12/20/2017
Making Vegetables a Regular Snack Can Greatly Improve Your Oral Health
12/10/2017
How Long Should a Dental Whitening Last When Done Professionally?
11/23/2017
How Long is Too Long to Use a Toothbrush?
11/13/2017
Foods Your Gums Want You Eating More Of
10/20/2017
Easing Pain After Burning Your Mouth
10/10/2017
Does Lip Piercing Cause as Much Oral Damage as Tongue Piercing?
9/20/2017
Do Your Teeth Get More Benefits or Problems from Drinking Juice
9/10/2017
Types of Damage That Can Occur During an Extraction
8/20/2017
Top Two Reasons to Consider a Water Flosser
8/13/2017
How Dark Chocolate Helps Fight Off Cavities
7/30/2017
Dangers Associated with Sharing Toothbrushes
7/23/2017
What to Do When a Veneer Cracks?
6/20/2017
What to Do When a Cavity Begins to Hurt
6/10/2017
If Your Tooth Aches, What Medicine Can Help You Feel Better?
5/20/2017
Ideal Foods to Eat Before Seeing the Dentist
5/10/2017
Common Whitening Mistakes Nearly Everyone Makes
4/20/2017
Common Cracks People Often Get in Their Teeth
4/10/2017
Sugar Feeds the Bacteria in Your Mouth - Learn How to Starve Them
3/20/2017
How Fiber Keeps Your Oral Health Up
3/10/2017
Do Cavities Go Up When Your Weight Goes Down?
2/23/2017
Dental Symptoms That Should Never Be Ignored
2/13/2017
Protecting Your Teeth After Your Braces Come Off
1/23/2017
Protecting Your Oral Health at Work
1/13/2017
How Dental Implants Can Keep You Looking Young
12/23/2016
How Chocolate Benefits Your Oral Health
12/13/2016
How to Sanitize Your Toothbrush
11/20/2016
How to Keep Plaque Formation to a Minimum
11/10/2016
The Relationship Between Vitamin D and Healthy Teeth
10/23/2016
The Health Ailments Bad Oral Health Can Cause
10/13/2016
Why Traditional Dental Bridges are Out of Date
9/23/2016
How Digital X-rays Changed the Dental Industry
9/13/2016
What do I do If my Tooth Hurts?
8/25/2016
What Are Dental Costs?
8/15/2016
Why Do I Have Bad Breath?
7/23/2016
Why Do Dentists Give Fluoride Treatments?
7/13/2016
"Sugar Free" Doesn't Mean Safe for Teeth
6/25/2016
Study Involving Twins Highlights Benefits of Flossing
6/15/2016
Thyroid Disease and Your Oral Health
5/25/2016
What Is My Dentist Using to Numb My Mouth?
5/15/2016
3 Great Tooth-Related Apps You'll Want to Check Out
4/25/2016
Your Smoking Habit Could Be Giving Your Kids Cavities
4/15/2016
Get the Facts about Rinsing Your Mouth
3/23/2016
Why Do You Need X-Rays of My Teeth during a Routine Exam?
3/13/2016
Fillings of the Future May Use Bioactive Glass
2/27/2016
Exploring the Link Between Oral Health and Strokes
2/17/2016
5 Silly Excuses People Use to Explain Why They Don't Floss
1/30/2016
5 Reasons to Replace Your Metal Fillings
1/20/2016
4 Supplements to Add to Your Diet for Healthier Teeth
12/25/2015
4 Dental Services to Have Completed Before the Year Ends
12/15/2015
7 Benefits of Dental Crowns
11/23/2015
6 Surprising Ways that You Can Fend Off Cavities
11/13/2015
How to Prepare for Your Child's First Dental Appointment
10/25/2015
The Dangers of Ignoring a Fractured Tooth
10/15/2015
Diabetes and Oral Health: What You Need to Know
9/23/2015
Your Teeth Want you to De-Stress
9/13/2015
What Not to Do After Getting Veneers
8/23/2015
Give Yourself a Self-Check after Cleaning your Teeth
8/13/2015
Methods for Protecting Your Mouth from Injury When Playing Sports
7/25/2015
Keep Your Mouth Healthy during Pregnancy
7/10/2015
Which Foods Naturally Scrub Your Teeth?
6/20/2015
The Best Ways to Prevent Tooth Enamel Erosion
6/5/2015
Change Your Oral Habits This Summer for Proper Health
5/25/2015
Common Dental Issues for People Over 50
5/5/2015