Nobody likes a toothache. They are painful, affect your eating habits, and always seem to come at the worst time. Even so, many people put off treatment as a further inconvenience in their busy lives. But toothaches are serious concerns. We want to explain what causes them, and what should be done if you find you have one. Toothaches are... read more »
As they age your child’s 20 baby teeth are replaced with their 32 adult teeth. It’s quite common for the biting surface of molars and premolars to have deep contours, fissures and pits in the enamel. Sometimes these can be a challenge to clean with brushing alone. If residual food particles and plaque are imbedded in these areas, it increases... read more »
Visiting the dentist can introduce you to many new words, and one new word definitely worth remembering is “implants.” Dental implants are a powerful, life-changing restorative option for many patients suffering from missing teeth. Modern dental technology and innovations have helped dentists offer new services and improve patient comfort. If you are suffering from a missing tooth or multiple missing... read more »
Bruxism—also known as teeth grinding—can be a serious dental problem. Sadly, the exact cause of bruxism is unknown, there are a few signs you can watch for and a few things that can be done to avoid the problem entirely. However, some people may not even realize that they struggle with teeth grinding. If you grind your teeth during the... read more »
Do you wish there was a way to prevent tooth decay and other dental issues during the holidays? If so, we are thrilled to grant your wish! There are quite a few things you can do to protect your smile this holiday season, and the first one is attending your six month checkups for your cleaning and exam. The additional... read more »
What would you do if you lost a tooth? Does the answer to that question depend on where the tooth was? Usually, if one of someone’s front teeth is knocked out, an appointment is set as quickly as possible. But, if the missing teeth are towards the back of a mouth, and don’t have a significant impact on the aesthetics... read more »
What is a Snap-On Smile®? Snap-On Smile® is a cosmetic tooth covering designed to improve the color and shape of your teeth. It is comfortable, natural-looking, and removable. What cosmetic dental issues can Snap-On Smile® cover? Snap-On Smile® is used to cover teeth which are gapped, misshapen, crooked, chipped, or stained. What is Snap-On Smile® made of? Snap-On Smile® is... read more »
AAE. N2O. TMJ. Are these the newest texting acronyms in the digital world? Nope, they are actually acronyms common to the dentistry world. Understand a little more about what your dentist is talking about by learning what these acronyms stand for. Associations ADA: American Dental Association AAE: American Association of Endodontists AAP: American Academy of Periodontology AAO: American Association of... read more »
When you visit the dentist, you may only see a small part of what we do on a regular basis. Dentists do much more than just clean your teeth and instruct you to brush and floss. In today’s blog, we’ll talk more about just a few of the things that dentists can expect to do on a daily basis. When... read more »