Don’t Let Your Tooth Care Fall Through the Cracks
Getting a chipped or cracked tooth fixed quickly is important. Whether in the front or back of the mouth, chipped teeth can be repaired quickly & will help you avoid more problems down the line. With current practices, it’s possible to have a chipped tooth fixed & bonded with material that…
What Is 3-D Dental Imaging?
3-D dental imaging takes traditional dental imaging to the next level—or more accurately, the next dimension! With 3-D x-rays, dentists can view the structures of your mouth, face & head from nearly infinite perspectives & in amazingly fine detail. Whether you’re just starting treatment or…
What’s a Frenectomy & Why Get One
A frenectomy is a medical procedure that removes connective tissue in your mouth. This can happen in one of two areas, at the skin connecting your lips to your gums, or under your tongue. You may have noticed the folds of skin in your mouth. This is called a frenum or frenulum. You may wonder why…
Contributing Factors to Bruxism
While the full root cause of bruxism, or habitual teeth grinding, isn’t fully understood, there are several factors that can contribute to this behavior. Below is a list of some of the most common causes & some ideas to try to remove these potential causes.
Caring for Your Teeth in Your Golden Years
As we get older, we all start to notice that our bodies become more prone to certain maladies. Our dental health is no exception. That’s why it’s important to take proper care of your teeth & gums both daily & with regular visits to the dentist.
Getting Started with Your Full-Mouth Restoration
Sometimes getting the smile you’ve always wanted takes a little work. In cases where multiple serious issues need to be resolved, a full-mouth restoration is the best course. Thinking about getting multiple procedures can be intimidating, so here’s a quick breakdown of what to expect. Dental…
How to Care for a New Crown
If you’ve recently had a root canal treatment or a bad tooth replaced, you might think that you don’t need to care for your crown like you would care for a real tooth. In reality, nothing could be further from the truth.
Get the Most Out of Your Filling
Getting a filling is a great solution for many patients who experience discomfort due to a cavity or small chip in their tooth. How long you can expect your filling to last depends on several factors. In most cases, though, a filling kept in good condition will last 10–15 years before needing…
Invest in Your Smile, Invest in Yourself
If you’re like most people, spending time & money at the dentist’s office probably isn’t on your list of your favorite things to do. Are your teeth really worth that kind of commitment? Obviously we think so, but let’s help you understand why. It’s our hope that you can see dental care as…
The Importance of Prevention
Most of our body is capable of healing. When we get a bruise, it’s often only a few days before it disappears. Even more serious injuries can be mended relatively quickly. But our teeth are different. Once the tooth’s structure is damaged, there’s no going back & if left untreated, your smile…