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…
Teeth Grinding: A Subtle But Sinister Problem
It’s not uncommon for people to habitually grind & clench their teeth, & most people who do it probably think little or nothing of it. If you find yourself doing this on a regular basis, you may be surprised to learn that you’re actually putting your oral health at greater risk than you…
Safe Sedation Dentistry With Nitrous Oxide
Sedation during dental procedures can be a great way to ease anxiety & keep you from feeling discomfort. For most patients, sedation dentistry using nitrous oxide is a safe, effective method.
When You Need More Than a Filling
Tooth decay is a nasty condition that can wreak havoc on your pearly whites. If you’ve ever fallen victim to the wrath of cavity-causing oral bacteria, you know that a filling is one of the best ways to repair dental damage. While fillings are usually the first-line treatment for small cavities,…
How to Improve Your Smile on a Deadline
Sometimes, there just isn’t time to get a great new smile, but these treatments can provide great, fast solutions to get your mouth ready for a big event that’s coming up fast.