Are you flossing and brushing properly? Your oral hygiene routine is one of the most powerful methods you have for preventing oral disease. Improper or inadequate oral hygiene can literally put your health at risk and lead to the development of conditions that can be time consuming to treat. Here we explain why your oral… Continue reading Your Daily Oral Hygiene Routine Matters
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Treatment Options for Periodontal Disease
Has your dentist recommended that you receive periodontal treatment for gum disease? Gum (periodontal) disease is a serious oral health condition. If this condition is left untreated, it can destroy everything from gum tissue to teeth and bone. Our practice offers periodontal treatment including professional deep cleanings called scaling and root planing along with antibiotic… Continue reading Treatment Options for Periodontal Disease
Will I be able to feel the difference once a dental crown is placed?
Dental crowns serve many purposes. Once a crown is cemented in place, it will look like neighboring teeth and allow you to function fully. While it may feel a little different at first, within a few days you should not notice any disparity. Why Might I Need a Crown? Repair a broken or cracked tooth:… Continue reading Will I be able to feel the difference once a dental crown is placed?
Don’t Let Missing Teeth Affect Your Ability to Eat
Being forced to eat soft foods for a few days due to tooth loss is doable. However, the thought of having to forego fresh fruits and vegetables, a juicy steak, or a piece of chewy bread (and many other great tasting foods) for the long term is intolerable. Tooth loss can impact your ability to… Continue reading Don’t Let Missing Teeth Affect Your Ability to Eat
Tips to Manage Your Teen’s Teeth Cleaning Habits
Once your child has advanced into their teens, you may think your job of overseeing their dental care is over; however, once children are old enough to make some decisions on their own, this may be a bigger source of concern. What they are eating and drinking can have a huge impact on their oral… Continue reading Tips to Manage Your Teen’s Teeth Cleaning Habits
Tooth Replacement Options: Complete or Partial Dentures
Tooth loss is a serious problem for many people. Your dentist is your best advocate when it comes to deciding which tooth replacement option is best for you. The choices vary with several things to take into consideration, but dentures are very popular providing a great result. The Importance of Tooth Replacement A denture is… Continue reading Tooth Replacement Options: Complete or Partial Dentures
Your Most Common Teeth Whitening Questions Answered
One of the most economical ways to improve your smile is through teeth whitening. Dental stain or teeth discoloration can be embarrassing resulting in discouraging you to smile or laugh in public, eat with friends and family, or speak without trying to hide your teeth. A visit with our cosmetic dentist will reveal how effective… Continue reading Your Most Common Teeth Whitening Questions Answered
4 Important Steps to Keep Your Teeth Healthy
Maintaining great dental health is as important as keeping overall physical fitness strong and robust. After all, the two are closely intertwined. There are many steps you can take to ensure well-being; and you can be assured you are in good hands with our friendly family dentistry team. But you must do your part for… Continue reading 4 Important Steps to Keep Your Teeth Healthy
Help Your Teeth Age Gracefully With You
Your senior years may be approaching, and you want to have a great smile. A conversation with your cosmetic dentist will reveal the many options available to help you achieve that coveted smile and teeth that will age gracefully with you. It’s More Than Just Aesthetics Your oral health has a lot to do with… Continue reading Help Your Teeth Age Gracefully With You
Travel Tips for Your Teeth
Whether you travel for business or pleasure, you want your trip to go smoothly. Nothing can ruin time away from home more than having to deal with a dental problem. Taking great care of your teeth and gums daily is important in making sure your oral health is in tip top shape, but being prepared… Continue reading Travel Tips for Your Teeth