Porcelain veneers offer a minimally invasive means to correct multiple dental maladies. Deep dental stain, chipped enamel, misshapen teeth and unwanted gaps between teeth can be dealt with in just a couple of dental visits with a permanent solution. A consultation with your cosmetic dentist...
Third molars are more commonly known as wisdom teeth. There are normally four of these teeth that erupt during the late teens or early twenties. They are located at the very back of the mouth, one in each quadrant. By the time wisdom teeth come in,...
Patients who need to restore a complete upper or lower arch, or even their entire smile, will understandably have questions about how to proceed with treatment. Dentures are a popular, affordable method for restoring your beautiful smile, and here are many of the most common...
Your main motivation for brushing and flossing every day may be maintaining an attractive smile, but these oral hygiene habits actually do much more than preserving the appearance of your teeth. Brushing and flossing help to keep oral bacteria in check, and that can prevent...
Gingivitis is early-stage gum disease. Many times, gingivitis can be asymptomatic in the beginning but there are some common indicators that gum tissue is inflamed and irritated. The most common noticeable symptoms that a patient may see are red or inflamed gums, gums that bleed...
Modifications to the oral cavity and surrounding facial tissue can affect your oral health. While oral piercings and dermal modifications are a popular method of self-expression, it is important that patients understand the risks they take before modifying their bodies. If you are considering an...
Professional teeth whitening produces incredible results. Unlike over the counter products, a professional whitening treatment will bleach away deep stains that have developed below the enamel surface of teeth. Moreover, since patients receiving this treatment are under the supervision of our cosmetic dentist, professional teeth...
Did you know that 99% of people will develop a cavity at least once in their lifetimes? Tooth decay is one of the most common oral health conditions and a dentist must treat it because untreated tooth decay can manifest into severe damage to a...
There is a variety of proactive things you can do to protect your dental health: visiting your dentist every six months for a thorough cleaning and dental exam, brushing twice daily with a fluoridated tooth paste and flossing every day. However, you may also hear...
When a tooth is jeopardized due to excessive decay or a crack/break in the enamel, or when needed as the final step to root canal therapy, a dental crown is the best way to save or seal the tooth. A crown is aesthetically pleasing while...