Will My Dental Implant(s) Look Natural?
Can Teeth Sensitivity Go Away Over Time?
Cracked Tooth? Here’s What May Come Next
Root Resorption: What Is It, and What Can Be Done?
Bone Grafts to Support Your Dental Implants
All-on-Four Dental Implants: The Denture Alternative
It’s Never Too Late for Adult Braces
Straighten Your Smile Faster With Accelerated Orthodontics
Don’t Forget a Custom Mouthguard for Your Student Athlete
What to Look For When Selecting Dental Products
When Visiting the Dentist, Your Comfort Comes First
How to Choose the Right Dentist for You and Your Family
Coffee and a White Smile: How You Can Have Both
Coffee is one of the most common beverages around the world, but it’s no secret that this wildly popular beverage is infamous for staining teeth! A group of molecules called polyphenols are responsible for this staining—they effectively get stuck on your porous enamel. While some people find that regular brushing removes these stains, long-term coffee […]
Conquering Your Canker Sore
Canker sores are not as serious, but they can be very painful. Unfortunately, there is no cure for canker sores, but there are remedies to lessen the pain. Cold sores are a form of the herpes virus, and highly contagious. Canker sores are not contagious and are a simple wound, not a virus. Canker sores […]
Lose a Filling? Don’t Panic! Here’s What You Can Do Until You See Your Dentist
Losing a filling is an alarming feeling—when the filling is lost, it’s loose in your mouth and now your damaged tooth is exposed! While it’s important that you get your tooth repaired as soon as possible, here are a few things you can do in the meantime until that dentist appointment comes. The first is […]
Don’t Miss These Early Signs of Oral Cancer
Oral cancers include cancer of the tissues in the mouth as well as the throat, neck, and even certain parts of the face. With over 10,000 people dying from oral cancer every year, getting screened by your dentist annually beginning at age 18 is essential. Although dentists look for visual signs of oral cancer that […]
How Do I Prepare My Child for Their First Dental Appointment?
Getting ready to take your little one to the dentist? The American Dental Association recommends that children have their first checkup around the time that their first tooth comes in. This not only helps get them used to the dentist early, but also ensures that they’re not experiencing childhood tooth decay. Is your child ready […]
What Can Be Done to Correct ‘Crowding of the Teeth’?
Usually, this condition results from a mismatch of teeth and jaws such as large teeth erupting in an undersized jaw. Why does this condition need to be addressed, and what can be done to correct it? The primary reason that most people want to address crowded teeth is because they do not like to smile when their […]
How to Best Take Care of Your Child’s Baby Teeth
Your child’s primary teeth will begin to fall out anywhere from age six and on, when the adult teeth start pushing their way in. However, just because your child’s baby teeth fall out doesn’t mean that they shouldn’t be properly cared for. Primary teeth are essential to the healthy development of adult teeth, which will […]
Does Everyone Need Their Wisdom Teeth Extracted?
While the majority of people will have their wisdom teeth removed, not everyone will need to. These third molars make an appearance in our early adult years, typically around the age of 17, but for some, not until the early 20s. Why do some people need their wisdom teeth removed but others don’t? Essentially, people […]
Signs Your Child Should Be Evaluated for Sleep-Disordered Breathing (SDB)
Sleep-Disordered breathing (SDB) is a term that refers to several different sleep disorders, all of which are characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the most common SDB conditions. These disorders often have serious side effects and should be diagnosed by a physician so proper treatment can be […]
The Story Behind the Tooth Fairy
The Tooth Fairy has been a tradition across cultures for generations. The American Tooth Fairy we know today is a story of a woman that comes to take lost baby teeth, which the kids place under their pillow for pickup. In the morning, kids find money, a toy, or oral care prizes in place of […]
How Does Acid Reflux Affect Your Smile?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), better known as acid reflux, is a condition when acids in your stomach used for digesting food can come up the esophagus and into the oral cavity. This often causes the uncomfortable burning sensation known as heartburn. While acid reflux in and of itself can impact your quality of life, it can also affect […]
How Often Should My Veneers Be Replaced?
If you have dental veneers, you should be proud of the way your teeth look—your porcelain veneers are matched to your teeth color, bonded seamlessly to your teeth, and help you keep functionality of your mouth. Although veneers will eventually need to be replaced, you can extend the lifespan of your veneers by maintaining good […]
Can Dental Implants Help Prevent Gum Disease?
A dental implant is a tooth replacement that helps restore the appearance and function of your teeth. Dental implants are strong, lifelike, and can complete your smile when you having missing teeth. The actual implant consists of a small screw that’s inserted into the jaw onto which a dental crown will be placed. These sturdy […]
Do You Have White Spots on Your Teeth?
If you have areas on your teeth that appear more white than the rest of your smile, you may be wondering what’s going on. White spots, lines, or streaks on the teeth are typically the result of dental fluorosis, which happens when children get too much fluoride from any source such as drinking water or […]
How Long Do You Have to Wear Retainer After Braces?
Whether you’ve completed your orthodontic treatment with braces or Invisalign, you’ll need to wear a retainer to keep your teeth straight. A retainer could be a metal framework with plastic molded to fit your teeth, or, you may have an Invisalign clear retainer that’s not as noticeable. Regardless, wearing your retainer is an essential step in your orthodontic […]
