You’re at the dentist for your twice yearly visit to have teeth cleaned and examined for potential problems. When you arrived, you were not experiencing any dental discomfort; however, your dentist noticed a problem on your dental x-ray. An infection at the apex of the...
The definition of a well-balanced diet is one that includes the proper amount of nutritious fruits and vegetables, dairy products, protein based foods, limited carbohydrates and sweets and plenty of fluids to keep your body functioning properly (preferably water). A well-balanced diet is not enough...
A smile makeover is often achieved through the use of very thin wafer shells that are cemented on the front of teeth requiring alteration. Both porcelain veneers and Lumineers provide this cosmetic capability. Our cosmetic dentist can consult with you and make recommendations based on...
Missing dentition can occur due to trauma, decay, disease, or teeth that never erupted. There are different avenues that can be taken to restore or replace one or more lost teeth. The solution that is most like your own biological teeth is obtained through dental...
A dental bridge is designed to make a connection between teeth where tooth loss has occurred. A properly fitted dental bridge provides years of functionality, aesthetics, and with the proper care many years of enjoyment. If tooth loss occurred due to trauma, your dentist will recommend...
While dental decay may seem to afflict children more than adults, the reason cavities occur is the same for all of us. Bacteria already present in the mouth literally feed off the things we consume creating acids that attack dentition by eating away at the...
Halitosis, or bad breath, can be traced back to multiple causes. Aromatic foods like garlic and onions; strong beverages like coffee; tobacco use … all of these can cause bad breath. But when brushing, flossing, or rinsing with mouthwash do not seem to be working,...
Sedation dentistry is the answer to a prayer for many patients that suffer from intense fear of going to the dentist. While this may be hard to understand for a majority of people, the anxiety of something as simple as having one’s teeth cleaned is...
Inlays and onlays are considered crowns; however, they are modified to fit certain applications when an entire crown is not needed. If you are faced with a break or decay in a tooth already weakened by previous treatment, your dentist may recommend one of these...
TMJ disorder is a common oral health ailment that causes tooth wear, a reduction in oral function, and orofacial pain. Since TMJ disorder can have varied causes, the treatment protocol can differ among patients based on their unique circumstances. Our dentist treats TMJ disorder with...