Missing teeth, no matter where they are located, can impact your ability to chew properly; and over time the bones that held teeth in place will suffer from atrophy leading to shriveled gum tissue that may alter your appearance. Dental implants provide a permanent solution...
Cosmetic dentistry can provide you with a smile makeover to lighten and brighten your teeth; correct dental maladies like chipped, broken, misaligned, or missing dentition; and literally make all the things you dislike about your smile and teeth disappear. Of course, you will want to...
Aging does not mean that you no longer enjoy looking your best. Tooth loss, gum recession, and the overall appearance of your teeth can make you look and feel older than your years. Allow your teeth to age gracefully with you … a consultation with...
Your dentist makes it a point to address the importance of daily brushing and flossing. Everyone wants great looking teeth; but healthy teeth and gums do more than enhance your appearance. Daily Oral Care The guidelines for brushing teeth are to brush for a minimum of two...
Your cosmetic dentist will address your questions in detail; your ultimate goal will help guide you to the treatment that will work best for you. While one option can be completed in weeks, the other is more long term, and can provide a solution that...
When you brush your teeth, your toothbrush only reaches two thirds of the surfaces of your teeth. Flossing is needed to reach the remainder of tooth surfaces to remove what your toothbrush missed. But you can make mistakes when you brush your teeth that can...
A healthy diet is made up primarily of vegetables, fruits, dairy, protein, and healthy grains. A healthy diet coupled with the appropriate daily oral hygiene regimen and regular visits with your family dentist can help you maintain great oral health. Healthy Foods The variety of fresh vegetables...
Sports injuries can occur whether you are playing a contact sport or one where contact is not anticipated, but can happen. The proper protection can make the difference between maintaining good oral health; or experiencing a chipped, fractured, or dislodged tooth. Your dentist can assist...
Implant dentistry is one of the most revolutionary methods for replacing lost teeth. Using dental implants to anchor restorations and prosthetics is a great way to restore oral function because all a tooth’s missing structure is replaced - including its roots. Since this tooth replacement...
Are you an adult yearning for a straighter smile? Perhaps you’ve never worn braces or have received orthodontic treatment in the past. Whatever the case might be, most adults do desire discreet and comfortable treatment. This is because the conspicuous nature of brackets and wires...