Halloween parties and costumes can distract children from performing day to day important functions; and as parents we must deal with that plus bags of candy and snacks that can wreak havoc on kid’s teeth. Don’t be forced into emergency treatment at the dentist – be proactive with your children’s dental health. Dental decay seems… Continue reading How to Keep the Treats from Playing Tricks On Your Child’s Teeth
Year: 2017
Lost Back Molar: Is a dental implant an option?
A back molar tooth is very important in your ability to chew correctly. If a tooth is missing it can be uncomfortable often resulting in chewing on the opposite side all the time. Dental implants allow the patient to enjoy normal chewing (on both sides); and eating all the favorite foods you love from crunchy… Continue reading Lost Back Molar: Is a dental implant an option?
Don’t Use Your Teeth as Tools
Our teeth are very strong, but they are not invincible. Using them to open packages, ‘cut’ thread, or as a means to keep your fingernails trimmed are a few of the ways you can abuse your dentition leading to the potential for broken or cracked teeth. Trauma to the dental nerve from a broken tooth… Continue reading Don’t Use Your Teeth as Tools
Help Your Teeth Age Gracefully With You
Growing older does not have to mean you stop caring about your appearance. A consultation with your cosmetic dentist will present several ways you can correct your dental imperfections, and provide the bright and healthy smile you deserve. Dental stain – Illness, medications, and years of wear can result in discolored or stained dentition. The… Continue reading Help Your Teeth Age Gracefully With You
Will I need a dental crown following root canal treatment?
Any time a tooth experiences trauma, there is a possibility that the roots of the tooth have sustained damage. Infection can occur resulting in possible tooth loss. There is a procedure that can be done to save the tooth, and that is endodontic therapy, more commonly known as a root canal. Symptoms that a root… Continue reading Will I need a dental crown following root canal treatment?
Dental Implants for Renewed Self Confidence and Peace of Mind
When an adult loses one or more permanent teeth, there can be numerous problems associated with that loss. The ability to chew properly can limit what can be eaten; we rely on our teeth to form sounds allowing us to pronounce words correctly; and an individual’s self confidence can be severely eroded when put in… Continue reading Dental Implants for Renewed Self Confidence and Peace of Mind
Nail Biting May Lead to Dental Issues
Nail biting is a habit often started due to nervousness, stress, or boredom. Very often a nail biter is a child or teenager (some outgrow the habit, while some don’t) and this habit can contribute to many dental problems if not curtailed. Your dentist can offer tips on ways you can break this habit; in… Continue reading Nail Biting May Lead to Dental Issues
Top 5 Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are a minimally invasive cosmetic response to many dental maladies, such as stain or discoloration, chipped or uneven dentition, or unwanted gaps. A consultation with your cosmetic dentist will explain how you can achieve the smile makeover you’ve always wanted and enjoy these benefits: Time Savings: Treatment with porcelain veneers can be completed… Continue reading Top 5 Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
Electronic Toothbrush: A Great Weapon Against Plaque Formation
While you can clean your teeth properly with a manual toothbrush if you brush each tooth consistently for the same amount of time, an electronic toothbrush can increase efficiency when it comes to oral hygiene. Brushing your teeth, along with flossing, is an essential part of preventing oral health conditions – particularly tooth decay and… Continue reading Electronic Toothbrush: A Great Weapon Against Plaque Formation
My Dentures Feel Loose: What should I do?
Do your dentures not feel like they used to? Perhaps they slip and slide in your mouth when eating or speaking. If your dentures are not fitting properly, you should call our office to schedule an appointment with our dentist as soon as you can. Wearing ill-fitting dentures can become very uncomfortable in addition to… Continue reading My Dentures Feel Loose: What should I do?