Cracking or chipping a tooth can be an alarming experience, and the appearance of your smile is usually instantly altered when this happens. After the initial fright of damaging your teeth, you might feel as though you can wait to seek treatment treatment of your cracked or chipped tooth....
Dental bridges typically involve the use of an artificial tooth anchored by two crowns on either side of your missing tooth to close the gap. Dental bridges also help to prevent teeth shifting that occurs with missing teeth, and make your smile complete and whole again by replacing the...
Of course you’ve heard of traditional braces, and maybe even Invisalign, but have you heard of lingual braces? Lingual braces provide a great alternative to both braces and Invisalign for adults who want to correct their smile but don’t like the look of metal braces. Lingual braces allow you to...
Clenching your teeth is actually part of a condition called bruxism, which is also referred to as teeth grinding. Clenching your teeth is extremely damaging to your teeth, gums, and your jaw. Many people clench their teeth while they sleep, when the force of your jaw will be much...
Pregnancy is both an exciting and challenging time! During your pregnancy, you want to take the best care of your body and your child possible. Unfortunately, many pregnant women tend to neglect their oral health because of all the other worries they have during their pregnancy. However, this is...
Although dentures can be a great solution for people who are missing all of their natural teeth (or even only a few natural teeth), they can also pose unique challenges. Our mouths can change over time, and this is especially true for patients who wear dentures. This is because...
In recent years, water flossers have become popular alternatives to string floss when it comes to getting in between those tight spaces in your teeth! Water flossers use a stream of water aimed at your teeth to remove food debris and bacteria while traditional floss requires that you move...
Lumineers are a brand of dental veneers that are designed to permanently cover imperfections in your teeth. If you’re embarrassed about chips, deep staining, or uneven teeth, Lumineers may be a great choice for you! Lumineers provide patients with an easy and pain-free alternative to traditional dental veneers, yet...
Having sensitive teeth is never fun. Sensitive teeth can result from such dental health problems as gum disease, tooth decay, fractured teeth, and gum recession, which can expose sensitive nerves. Many of these problems can be avoided by getting regular checkups with your dentist, who can ensure that your...
Whether you use an electronic toothbrush or a standard one, your toothbrush is what removes plaque and bacteria to help keep your teeth, gums, and even you tongue clean. Over time, your toothbrush is exposed to the millions of bacteria in your mouth as well as food particles, plaque,...
