Achievements in Dentistry: Mouth Guards

How much do you know about mouth guards? Did you know that mouth guards are often a key preventive treatment that you can implement in your routine to help keep your teeth and gums safe from oral accidents and injuries? There are several different types of mouth guards, many of which can be crafted to fit your exact dental profile.... read more »

Dental Health Care Focus: Bruxism

Are you aware of a disorder that can disturb your teeth when you are fast asleep? It is known as bruxism and most individuals who suffer from the disorder go years before ever realizing they even have it. Bruxism is triggered by teeth grinding and clenching unconsciously, often while you are fast asleep. The first step to treating bruxism is... read more »

Laser Dentistry Can Improve Your Oral Health

Laser dentistry can improve your oral health. Laser dentistry has been in use for active dental procedures for over two decades and continues to be used for more services every year. Lasers have not yet been approved by the FDA, but it has been proven to be highly effective with a multitude of dental procedures. For a list of amazing... read more »

Have You Had Your Oral Cancer Screening Yet?

One of the most serious oral health ailments you can have is oral cancer. Although there are many habits and causes that can increase your risk for oral cancer, it can strike at any age at any time. In America alone, over 40,00 people are diagnosed with the disease every year. As with many cancers, survival may depend on finding... read more »

Care for Your Teeth, Even Your Artificial Ones

Care for your teeth, even your artificial ones. If you have a set of dentures, they can wear down over time from improper storage or use. Just because they are artificial does not exclude them from needing care and attention to ensure they continue to do the jobs they are tasked with. They are not made of indestructible materials, so... read more »

How Root Canal Therapy Can Help You

You could probably make a strong argument claiming that root canal therapy, which is often referred to as endodontic therapy, is the most dreaded dental procedure there is. Sadly, even mentioning root canal therapy can make most people extremely uncomfortable. However, there are a few things you should probably know about this important procedure. You see, thanks to modern techniques,... read more »

Incredible Implants

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 »

What Happens if I’m Missing Teeth?

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 »

FAQ About Snap-On Smile®

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 »