Wisdom teeth are known to be a problem for many young adults as they begin to erupt in the gums. In fact, removing your wisdom teeth is known to improve your oral health because it can help you avoid severe complications that can occur from wisdom teeth eruption. Your wisdom teeth can force your teeth out of alignment or become... read more »
The key to a healthy mouth includes a healthy diet. Just as foods can drastically alter your waistline, they can also alter your gum line. Thus, it is important to always maintain a healthy diet and avoid damaging your teeth and gums. For additional help with your diet, visit your dentist for effective food and drink choices to consider, such... read more »
Is your oral health suffering because you are afraid to visit your dentist office for an oral health care procedure? If so, you are not alone. Many individuals suffer from what is commonly known as dental anxiety. Although dental anxiety by itself isn't necessarily a bad thing, it can lead to several oral health risks due to a lack of... read more »
Are you due for your regular dental cleaning? It’s normal to feel nervous or anxious about your dental visit, but there is really no need. A dental cleaning is an important step in maintaining your oral health, and we complete this simple process in five easy steps: 1. Dental X-Rays: When you arrive at the dental office, we will greet... read more »
Dental crowns are made with high-quality dental materials and designed to be extremely durable. While dental crowns act as artificial tooth enamel and can last for many years, they can be fractured and require repairs from a dentist. Poor dental habits can result in a fractured dental crown, especially if you frequently use your teeth as tools or chew on... read more »
With all the risk factors prevalent in the creation of halitosis, it is important to first examine your body and the find its underlying condition for treating the cause of the halitosis itself. This is because halitosis, also known as bad breath, doesn't always begin in your mouth. Although in many cases it can be resolved by treating an... read more »
If you have suffered unwanted tooth imperfections, such as deeply stained enamel or chipped teeth, you may be feeling self-conscious about your smile. Many people with dental flaws choose to explore their options for cosmetic dental treatment. If you are dissatisfied with your smile, we invite you to consult with our dentist to explore cosmetic options such as dental veneers.... read more »
We wish your holiday season to be merry for the rest of this year and many years beyond. We hope at the end of the year, you take the time to establish an oral health care checklist to ensure you are adequately cleaning your teeth as necessary each day. Don't forget to monitor your daily flossing techniques to determine if... read more »
In order to properly care for your smile, it is important to make sure you are exercising caution with all changes in your life and habits that are contained therein. Every new habit your life brings up brand new opportunities for dental damage, so it is important to always think about how many hazards you are involved and how... read more »
If you are reticent to have cavities treated, the tooth decay will inevitably progress to compromise an increasing amount of healthy dental structure. In time the poor oral hygiene condition in your mouth could leave you with severe cavities on multiple teeth. This could potentially result in the total loss of two or more teeth in one area of your... read more »