TMJ disorder and the symptoms it produces can have profound effect on a person’s daily life. From decreased oral function to debilitating orofacial pain, TMJ disorder drastically reduces a person’s quality of life. Most of the time, TMJ disorder and its symptoms can be mitigated with professional treatment from a dentist. Common treatment options include…
DetailsCosmetic dentistry focuses on the aesthetics of one’s smile. Applying restorations and enhancements to teeth can conceal all types of dental imperfections and in some cases, protect teeth from damage. When it comes to improving the appearance of a smile, a cosmetic dentist may use crowns, veneers, or bonding treatment to hide flaws like chips,…
DetailsOur family dentist provides preventive oral health treatments that can thwart the development of common disease. Preventing disease not only preserves oral health, it can help keep one’s healthcare costs low. When common conditions like tooth decay progress without treatment, it can cause permanent damage to one’s teeth along with affecting the health of surrounding…
DetailsDo you suffer with dry mouth? Did you know that persistent dry mouth could affect your oral health? In fact, those with chronic dry mouth have a higher risk of developing tooth decay and cavities. The reason dry mouth leads to cavities and gum disease is because of diminished saliva production. Saliva is nature’s way…
DetailsThere are many advantages with Invisalign clear aligners over traditional braces when you need to have your teeth straightened and correct a malocclusion. And one very big advantage is that you can continue to eat all the foods you love. Other advantages with Invisalign include: They are clear – this is very important to self-conscious…
DetailsYou are contemplating a cosmetic dental procedure to enhance your smile. But your teeth are drab and contain some stain. A tooth whitening program will be a boost to your appearance, but what comes first … whitening or cosmetics? No matter what type of cosmetic work you are considering, tooth whitening should always come first.…
DetailsA 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.…
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