There are not many better feelings than the one after leaving the dentist office from receiving professional teeth cleaning. Teeth are left brighter and whiter while breath becomes pleasant smelling too. Our patients gain a new sense of self-confidence that helps them smile and converse with others, and without the hassle of trying to cover […]
Despite using oral hygiene techniques for a healthy and clean mouth, some patients still require cosmetic dentistry for a variety of different reasons. Regardless of how much a person brushes and flosses, or the type of utensils used for the process, unexpected accidents can still occur and leave them in need of some help to […]
Once your dentist has finished drilling off the damaged and decaying parts of your tooth, the standard filling is called an amalgam. However, that’s not your only option and in fact, you have a few different options if you’d rather try something different.
Right now, doctors, dentists, and medical researchers are looking for better and more accurate ways to check your teeth for cavities, gum disease, and other common issues. After all the ways we have right now may work well enough, but we can always find a better way.
Technology is always marching forward. New technology has brought about things like cavity filling options that include composites and amalgams, mouth appliances for sleep apnea, x-ray machines that can scan the whole mouth at once, and realistic-looking dentures and implants. Even essentials like Novocain and electric drills were new once upon a time.
Cavities are the most common problem out there when it comes to teeth. Our mouths are full of a bacteria that dissolves enamel and dentin, the two materials that make up the outside of our teeth, and even if you care for your teeth properly there’s a good chance that you’ll get several cavities before […]
Ask any dentist and you’ll hear the same thing: brush with toothpaste and floss your teeth regularly, preferably after every meal. Do that and you’ll give yourself the best chance of keeping your gums healthy and your teeth free of cavities. But what about mouthwash? Millions of Americans finish their morning and evening rituals by […]
Most people will have to deal with cavities from time to time, but chipped and broken teeth are another matter. Depending on how you spend your time, a chipped tooth could either be possible or almost inevitable. Or you could go your entire life without having to worry about a broken tooth. But since accidents […]
Too many Americans forgo the dentist’s office out of fear and don’t realize the harm they’re doing to themselves as a result. Skipping the dentist can lead to a host of serious health problems, which will be much more painful to correct in the long run. If you consider yourself to be one of these […]
The beginning of fall signals the return of many things, from football to pumpkins. It also means the start of a new school year for your child. As you begin setting a routine for your child’s homework and chores this fall, be sure to set aside time for his or her oral hygiene. Doing so […]