Losing a tooth in adulthood is a major blow to one’s self-esteem and confidence. Tooth loss has profound effects on our well-being, including our mental, general, and oral health. Not only will a missing tooth increase one’s risk for depression and social isolation, it will...
By now, most people know that tobacco and nicotine consumption is bad for your overall well-being. Smoking and nicotine use has been proven to increase the incidence of cancer and cardiovascular disease. Not only does smoking and smokeless varieties of tobacco affect general health, they...
With the creation of composite resin, dental decay repaired with silver amalgam has been greatly minimized. However, mercury free dentistry has not been without controversy. Many state health organizations advocate the safety of dental amalgam; however, patients that wish to restore their teeth through the...
Your dentist or dental hygienist does nothing to provoke your gums to bleed during a cleaning or dental exam. However, unhealthy teeth and gums might bleed with the slightest exposure to the teeth cleaning instruments used to remove plaque build-up and stain. There are multiple symptoms...
Veneers are very thin shells made from porcelain that are designed to cover dental flaws such as stains, chipped or misshapen teeth, or unwanted gaps. Other enhancements include covering and protecting receding gums and correcting uneven teeth making them appear symmetrical. Another advantage to veneers is...
Athletes who don’t wear mouthguards are risking damage to their smiles, but not all mouthguards are created equal. Stock or boil-and-bite models may seem more economical, but a mouthguard that is custom-designed by our dentist likely offers more protection. First of all, Dr. Kozlow will take...
Everybody wants white, bright teeth, but uneven white spots on the teeth can be unattractive. Furthermore, such spots can indicate an oral health problem, so it’s important to discuss them with our dentist to determine the cause. Our Dr. Kozlow can then examine your teeth and...
Plaque—the sticky bacteria-laden film that can accumulate in your mouth—can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, in addition to other oral health issues. Daily brushing (in the morning and again at night) and flossing helps to keep plaque in check, so in the battle...
Tooth decay can have very serious consequences and result in the loss of tooth and bone in the most severe cases. Therefore, decay prevention should be a primary goal of any patients who wants to preserve a beautiful, healthy smile. Include these components in your...
Patients may not pursue orthodontic treatment as a teen for any number of reasons, but the good news is that adults who are dissatisfied with the appearance of their smiles still can correct any misalignments. It’s never too late to straighten your smile, which will...