Have you been forgoing flossing because you feel like it’s unnecessary or you can’t make enough time for it in your oral hygiene routine? You’re probably doing your smile an injustice. Here’s the harm that can happen when you don’t floss every day. Floss is an...
As with the rest of our body, our teeth will change as we grow older. Aging has many effects on oral health, including our teeth. While our teeth are very strong, our modern diets and lifestyle habits will affect their structure over time. Our practice...
Your teeth are precious. Losing them will negatively affect your life in many ways. Since your oral health is of the utmost importance to our practice, our family dentist provides custom mouthguards to help members of our community protect their teeth from facial trauma and...
Porcelain veneers are very thin, tooth colored shells that are made to match your teeth. They can be used to cover up dental stain, uneven dentition, chipped teeth, or make unwanted gaps between disappear. Porcelain is durable and treated teeth enjoy added strength. The process...
Tooth loss can occur from some kind of trauma, excessive dental decay, or gum disease. Or maybe you suffered from a hereditary condition that blocked proper formation of your teeth. Whatever may have been the cause, missing dentition should be resolved; and for many patients...
Spots on teeth and dental stain can make you embarrassed to open your mouth in public. The reasons are plentiful; but a visit with your cosmetic dentist will reveal solutions that will give you renewed self-confidence following your smile makeover. Teeth can become discolored or stained...
The zinging sensation you feel from tooth sensitivity can be due to a myriad of causes. A visit with the dentist will determine why this is happening to you; and what can be done to bring you relief. One of the most common causes is...
Failing oral health can result in decay, gum disease, and even tooth loss. Daily oral care should include brushing at least twice with a fluoridated toothpaste; flossing every day to remove food debris your toothbrush missed; and visiting your family dentist every six months for...
Tooth loss can occur due to trauma, decay, or disease. Dental implants are a great option to restore your dentition as close to your biological teeth as possible. With missing teeth, the patient faces multiple uphill battles. Eating certain foods can be a problem when chewing...
The value of maintaining healthy teeth and gums is so much more than an attractive smile. Our teeth play a huge role in overall good health as well, so knowing which foods are best to support oral health is important. Information is everywhere, but for...