Teeth 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…
DetailsYou’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 tooth is brewing, and while it may not hurt right…
DetailsThe 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 though to keep teeth healthy. Brushing twice daily with a…
DetailsA 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 your own individual concerns and needs. The primary difference between…
DetailsMissing 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 implants. The dental implant process is not completed over night.…
DetailsA 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 delaying bridge preparation until swelling has subsided and the…
DetailsWhile 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 layers that make up teeth. This action results in a…
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