If you’re like most people, you take good care of your teeth and realize the importance of doing so. After all, dentures can sometimes be uncomfortable and unnatural looking, so it makes sense to hang onto your natural teeth for as long as possible. Fortunately, dental implant technology has provided dental patients with alternatives to […]
For the most part, the shade of your natural teeth should remain fairly consistent from tooth to tooth. However, there are some instances when one tooth will start to change colors, and this is definitely not a welcome thing to see in the mirror. What is the root cause of this issue and what should […]
Getting older means a new way of looking at taking care of your health, and oral health should be included. If you have spent your life taking good care of your smile, you may still have a few issues to watch for as you age. Take a look at some of the changes you can […]
As a parent, your child’s dental health is of paramount importance. The very idea of your child having to get a filling because of a cavity is probably enough to make you think of ways to protect your child’s health. Of course, keeping your child’s diet as wholesome as possible is the best defense against […]
Toothache is a painful condition that can be a minor inconvenience or a major setback. Almost everyone experiences a toothache at least once in their lives. The question is how to avoid future toothaches. In order to do that it’s necessary to understand the common causes of toothaches. 1. Teeth Sensitivity You’ve probably seen commercials […]
Dental emergencies always happen when you least expect them. They also happen at the most inconvenient times. Almost everyone is familiar with dental emergencies all of a sudden coming on during holiday weekends, at night after the dentist’s office is closed or when you are on vacation. No one wants to have their everyday life […]
When it comes time to get your cavities filled, you should know that you have a choice as to what cavity filling material you want. In the past, your dentist—and you—had only one option. Today, your dentist may offer you several different options. So that you don’t have to make a spur-of-the-moment choice, it makes […]
Usually done in one office visit and to thank for changing the lives of many patients, dental bonding is one of the most trusted cosmetic dental treatments there is. Bonding can be used to cover damage to the teeth, but it can also be used to fix issues that make you apprehensive about showing off […]
As many as 15 percent of people claim they avoid the dentist because of anxiety or fear, but this can definitely affect your oral health. If a racing heart, rattled nerves, and fear accompany you to your dental appointments, there may be a few things you can do to help yourself feel more at ease […]
If you’re like most people, dental appointments aren’t high on your list of pleasurable activities. However, a significant amount of oral health issues can be circumvented have their progression slowed down by taking preventive measures — and this all starts with scheduling dental checkups on a regular basis. The following are just five of the many […]
