Practicing Good Oral Hygiene Between Dental Visits

The American Dental Association recommends that you visit your dentist at least every six months for an examination, cleaning and fluoride treatment.  But, do you know what you can do between visits to keep your teeth and mouth healthy with proper oral hygiene?

Advantages of Regular Dental Check Ups

Your dentist will be able to diagnose any early symptoms of problems with gums or teeth. Gum disease, broken fillings, and cavities are easily treatable. If you ignore such problems,   then gum surgery, teeth loss, and root canals could become the only treatment available.

Removable Retainers vs. Permanent Retainers

Retainers play a vital role in your orthodontic treatment. They hold the teeth in the position where we placed them during treatment. Teeth have a natural tendency to move after treatment, particularly in the direction of their original position. This is called a relapse. Retainers function is to keep a relapse from occurring, so that your hard work, time, and money spent on orthodontics wasn’t wasted.

Everything to Know About Porcelain Veneers and Crowns

Just because you don’t have a perfect set of pearly white teeth doesn’t mean you can’t have a smile to be proud of. Porcelain veneers and crowns are a way to let you have a smile you don’t have to hide. Keep reading to find out more about porcelain veneers and crowns, what they’re made out of, and how they can change your smile.

Taking Care of Your Oral Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic

By making sure you and your loved ones are being mindful and keeping up with their dental health, you’re saving yourself oral health complications in the long run. Things may feel up in the air right now, but country and the rest of the world are coming together to fight this pandemic, and that unity is what will bring us through this difficult time. 

What is causing white spots and discoloration on my baby’s teeth?

With your toddler or preschooler, there’s so much to consider in ensuring that they are growing healthily and to their fullest potential. A healthy diet, a positive home environment, a balance of physical activity and fun, and a strong learning platform are crucial in helping your child grow strong.

10 Signs You Need Dental Emergency Care

How can you tell if your toothache can wait until your dentist’s normal clinic hours or if it is a serious problem that requires dental emergency care? Dental problems can come in all shapes, sizes, and severity of pain. Seeing a dentist is the best way to get immediate pain relief and proper treatment.

Can Receding Gums Be Reversed?

Have you noticed your gums pulling back from your teeth, or do your teeth look longer? If so, you likely have receding gums and it’s time to schedule a dental visit; the overall health of your teeth and mouth depends on it.

Why You Should Change To Sugarless Gum

Do you and your family members enjoy chewing gum? You’re not alone. Chewing gum is a $16.6 billion industry. Many people enjoy chewing gum for stress relief and just enjoying the taste of it, but it can be harmful to your teeth.

3 Reasons You Might Need a Dental Crown

If you’ve had a particularly large cavity that requires a more substantial filling, it will usually need to be covered with a crown. This is due to the fact that the remaining part of the tooth — in these cases, half of its original width or less — will be very weak and prone to additional damage.