Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is a devastating infection that is actually the leading cause of tooth loss for older adults. There are indeed different types of gum disease, all of which result from similar bacteria and all of which can severely damage your smile. The good news is that all...
The New Year is upon us, and you want your smile to look and feel its best. Whether you’re on top of your oral care or you’ve been skipping the dentist for the last few years, everyone deserves to have a healthy and beautiful smile. If you’ve been considering getting your smile...
The holidays are a hectic time for many people. With traveling, shopping, and events, it can be easy to lose track of your oral health. However, with all the habits of the holiday season such as drinking alcohol, staying awake for longer, and being under more stress, it’s imperative that you care...
Overbites happen when the top row of your teeth essentially covers the lower row, especially in the front. These are caused by the unique size and shape of your jaw as well as your teeth, as having too little room for your teeth or too much could cause an overbite. It’s likely...
Dentists get asked this question about porcelain veneers a lot. The reason is because a microscopic amount of tooth enamel needs to be removed in order for the veneer to properly bind to your teeth. This leads many people to wonder if this new enamel loss will impact their tooth sensitivity. So do...
When you want to transform your smile but are worried about the time it’ll take to complete cosmetic treatment, consider that you may be able to get the smile of your dreams in less time! Although traditional cosmetic options usually take at least a couple appointments, the following options...
If you’re missing one or more of your natural teeth and want to get dental implants, don’t let bone loss stop you. Thanks to technology, you have several options for getting dental implants even if you suffer from inadequate bone in your jaw. First, x-rays will be taken to see if your...
Many people think that since adult teeth are permanent, they will not move or change over the adult lifetime. This isn’t true—adult teeth can and do shift over your lifetime, whether or not you had braces as a child or teenager. Why does this happen, and what can you do about it?...
Dental implants are an excellent choice for missing teeth. These sturdy tooth replacements consist of a titanium post inserted into your jaw then placing a dental crown on the end. Dental implants have many benefits for your smile compared to other traditional tooth replacements. Here, cosmetic dentists answer your questions such as...
Although cosmetic dentistry is designed to fix aesthetic issues with your smile, its effects often run much deeper than that. Restoring your smile often gives you the confidence in your appearance that may be lacking, therefore resulting in a more optimistic outlook on life and more positive experiences. How can you know if...