Tongue Rings Can Be Fatal: Preventing Infections

Tongue Rings Can Be Fatal: Preventing Infections

No matter how cool and trendy you think tongue rings are, these piercings are dangerous and potentially fatal. Piercing your tongue can result in chipped teeth, recessed gums and nerve damage. What some people don’t know is that getting a piercing in the mouth...
Tooth Sensitivity: Causes and Solutions [VIDEO]

Tooth Sensitivity: Causes and Solutions [VIDEO]

Tooth sensitivity is a nerve irritation that occurs after your enamel has worn down or if your gums are receding, exposing the surfaces of your teeth. Pain normally stems from consuming hot or cold foods and beverages that touch your teeth, bringing them in contact...
Have a Sweet Easter from Affinity Dental Clinic!

Have a Sweet Easter from Affinity Dental Clinic!

If you’re worried that your sweet tooth might turn into tooth decay, don’t be! You can enjoy your Easter treats and keep your teeth healthy! Just keep in mind these simple things when hunting for your Easter eggs: Pick Dark Chocolate – dark chocolate...
Tooth Decay: Living in a Sugar Culture

Tooth Decay: Living in a Sugar Culture

We all know that sugary junk food isn’t going to do us any favors for our waistlines, but eating lots of sugar will also rot your teeth and lead to tooth decay. At Affinity Dental Clinic we will ensure your teeth feel healthy and can give you strategies to...

X-rays: A Necessity For Your Oral Health

X-rays are essential to a person’s oral health, and at Affinity Dental Clinic in Richmond, we want to ensure that people are getting regular X-rays for their teeth. So what is the big deal about getting X-rays? X-ray exams reveal the state of your teeth, and the...
Gum Disease: You Can Prevent It! [VIDEO]

Gum Disease: You Can Prevent It! [VIDEO]

Many dental patients in Richmond believe they have perfect oral health. However, at Affinity Dental Clinic, we see many patients who are suffering from gingivitis and gum disease without even realizing it. Puffy, red gums that bleed could mean you have gingivitis. If...