A solid daily oral maintenance program is critical to healthy teeth and gums. But even the most astute patient can be faced with gum disease. In addition to brushing and flossing, regular visits to the dentist will be helpful in spotting potential problems before they can escalate … as well as removing plaque buildup which…
DetailsIf you are missing teeth or anticipate an upcoming extraction, your dentist will consult with you to discuss several options you have for replacing those teeth. A popular option is custom dentures. The consultation will include choices like a removable denture, fixed denture or perhaps an implant supported denture. Factors to consider include the number…
DetailsRoot canal treatment is a necessary procedure that prevents a person from losing their tooth to disease. This procedure is endodontic in nature, which means that the inside of the tooth is treated. Our dentist performs root canal therapy on teeth that have infected root canals caused by severe cavities or dental injuries like cracks…
DetailsDo you fear dental work because you are afraid it will make your smile appear unnatural? If you are in need of a restoration, you have options that won’t affect the aesthetics of your smile. In fact, restorations can be completely undetectable because they blend in with the color and luster of biological tooth structure.…
DetailsThere are various types of sedation dentistry … the dental procedure you require will dictate what type of sedation you will receive. For surgical procedures, the patient often undergoes sleep sedation. This involves IV sedation, which means the patient is unconscious during treatment and will recall nothing. However, there are many patients that suffer from…
DetailsDental braces are placed on teeth to correct a malocclusion. If your general dentist is also your orthodontist, you will be reminded to have your teeth cleaned every six months throughout your teeth straightening treatment. The appointments you regularly keep that pertain to teeth straightening only are not a substitute for your cleaning visits. If…
DetailsTeeth whitening has become readily available, but all products are not going to be able to deliver satisfactory results. You can spend time and money on pastes, rinses, strips, and generic one size fits all whitening programs, but Zoom whitening may be your best option. What makes Zoom a better choice? Zoom teeth whitening has…
DetailsHave you suffered with tooth loss? Are you considering dentures? If so, you might be wondering how you should go about getting replacement teeth. Sometimes, people who have lost a significant amount of teeth and the rest of their teeth are in bad shape, choose to wear dentures because it is a convenient and affordable…
DetailsEstablishing good oral health in childhood can help prevent serious dental disease during one’s lifetime. While our family dentist provides a number of treatments to address common conditions like dental caries and gum disease, there are steps parents and caregivers can take to preserve the health of their children’s teeth at home. Some of these…
DetailsDoes the thought of a bowl of ice cream or a cup of piping hot coffee make you wince in discomfort? If you struggle with tooth sensitivity, drinking hot beverages or eating cold feeds can be a killjoy. Since tooth sensitivity can produce daily, significant discomfort, many people feel alarmed by these symptoms. Tooth sensitivity…
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