Cavities on Your Child’s Back Teeth Can Be Prevented with Basic Dental Sealants
As your child’s permanent molars and premolars emerge, it can be rather common for the biting surfaces of these teeth to have hard-to-clean pits and fissures. While these deeply textured areas served our ancient ancestors well for chewing and grinding tough foods, they can also become traps for residual food particles and plaque. If residual… Read more »
Preventing Periodontal Disease
At , we are concerned with the health of your entire mouth. While this obviously includes providing comprehensive care for your teeth, it involves your gums and soft tissues as well. And the periodontal care we provide is mainly focused on preventing problems. Periodontal (or gum) disease is one of the most common oral health… Read more »
Is Dental Phobia Keeping You Out of the Dentist’s?
Let’s be honest: you probably don’t like coming to see the dentist. Most people don’t. But some actively put off coming due to a dental phobia or anxiety. Many people have deep fears about pain that stem from an earlier dental experience. Others fear injections and needles, or potential side effects of anesthesia. Whatever the… Read more »
The Benefits of Mouthwash
You probably know someone who incorporates mouthwash into their daily routine. You probably know that using mouthwash can benefit your smile–particularly your breath– but did you know that there are a few other perks you could enjoy by using mouthwash regularly? Please don’t misunderstand, some mouthwashes don’t provide many benefits other than freshening your breath…. Read more »
A Severely Damaged Tooth May Require a Root Canal
A tooth that has been severely fractured by a fall or blow to the face, can cause a lot of pain and compromise the function of your mouth. Even though there might not be any tooth decay in the damaged tooth it still has the potential to cause some serious problems for your oral health…. Read more »
Snore Guards Improve Breathing for People with Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea can cause several different problems depending on the severity of the problem. Snoring is one of the more common symptoms and leads to a host of other issues, including poor quality sleep. People suffering from mild to moderate sleep apnea can often find relief from snoring by wearing a prescription snore guard at… Read more »
Your Baby’s First Teeth
Congratulations on your new baby! This is an exciting time in your life, and can also be somewhat difficult for you and your baby as his teeth erupt. A teething baby is often a fussy baby, which may also cause distress for mom and dad. Here are some things you can expect from the time your… Read more »
Make Smile Resolutions This Year
Before you make your traditional New Year’s resolutions this New Year’s Eve, think about your smile. Do you ever wish you had a more beautiful or radiant smile? If so, it’s time to make a resolution for your pearly whites! There are many things you can do to beautify your appearance, and we encourage you… Read more »
How You Can Avoid Toothpaste Allergies?
You probably know that it’s extremely important to brush and floss every day, but do you know what’s in your toothpaste? Your toothpaste is made with abrasive agents to remove plaque, flavorings, humectants to keep your smile moist, thickeners to keep ideal texture, and often fluoride to strengthen teeth. While knowing what’s inside your toothpaste… Read more »
Sports and Oral Health
If you play sports—or if your child plays sports—you probably know how important it is to wear a mouthguard. A custom mouthguard can protect your falling out, cracking, and chipping. Your dentist can even create a custom mouthguard that will offer you more comfort and protection. But, aside from the risk of damaging your teeth,… Read more »