October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »
If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »
When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »
When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »
Dental implants are strong and reliable dental restorations, but that doesn’t mean they can fend for themselves. In fact, if you want your dental implants to last many years, then you need to properly care for them. Fortunately, caring for dental implants is just like caring for your natural teeth. To help you maintain top-notch dental implants, our dentists, Dr.... read more »
Do you know the tools you need for your oral health to stay in top-notch care? There are many tools that can help you keep your smile healthy between your dental visits. If you are wanting to keep your smile in tip-top shape, then you should make sure you have some of these tools in your home to help you.... read more »
If you are looking for a highly effective tooth replacement, consider the use of dental crowns. Through the use of dental crowns, you can protect a tooth by applying a wonderful restoration that protects a tooth completely. Dental crowns are designed to cap a tooth on all sides down to the gum line for added support. Not like that, dental... read more »
Have you ever heard of gingivitis before? Gingivitis is an oral health condition that often arises at an early stage of gum disease. Because gum disease is a progressive disease in which your gum tissues are suffering and are infected, it may progress over a period of many months or even years before it can eventually be discovered. Thus, it... read more »
Dental accidents occur occasionally. This can be frustrating. If you have a cracked or chipped tooth or a tooth with a large cavity, you have a number of options available to you. Today we will talk about once such method of treating a weakened tooth--a dental crown. Dental crowns are quite popular because they can restore a tooth to its... read more »
Are you aware of healthy foods you should be eating? Although we often think of unhealthy foods we should be avoiding including those high in sugar and carbs, we rarely talk about what products can be safe for our smiles. There are several products that actually have been shown to help protect against dental erosion and strengthen your tooth enamel.... read more »