Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Retainer
If you’ve worn braces or clear aligners, you know how important retainers are in maintaining your newly straightened teeth. Retainers are typically worn after orthodontic treatment to keep your teeth from shifting back to their original position. They help to hold...
The Most Common Dental Problems in Children
Good oral health is an integral part of overall wellness, and it is important to begin quality oral health care and hygiene habits as early in life as possible. Children, like adults, can develop a variety of dental problems. In fact, they may be even more likely to...
Dental Implants vs. Crowns: Which One is Right for You
When you need restorative dental treatment for cavities, decay, or tooth loss, your dentist may recommend several options, including dental implants and crowns. However, there are factors to consider when choosing between dental crowns and implants. Both solutions...
What Is a Deep Cleaning, and When Do You Need One?
Regular brushing and flossing aren’t always enough to avoid tooth decay, tooth loss, gum disease, and other oral health problems. In addition to home oral hygiene practices, you need biannual exams and cleanings to remove plaque buildup and cavities. If you have gum...
Are Bleeding Gums Something to Worry About?
If you have noticed blood in the sink while brushing your teeth, you are not alone. Almost all adults experience some degree of bleeding from the gums at some point. A new toothbrush, vitamin deficiencies, or gum inflammation can cause bleeding gums. However, bleeding...
The Benefits of Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom teeth are the third molars in the very back of your mouth. Unlike your other permanent teeth, these usually come in when you’re between the ages of 17-25. You may notice pain when these teeth are trying to erupt. Dentists sometimes recommend that these teeth be...
How Composite Bonding Can Enhance Your Smile
Damaged teeth or gaps between teeth may leave you feeling insecure about your smile and affect your quality of life. However, improving the appearance and look of your teeth does not always require expensive and complicated cosmetic dental treatments. If you want to...
Signs You Should Schedule a Dental Appointment
Although most people see a dentist at least twice annually for preventive care, you may need to schedule a dental appointment for treatment in between visits. Several signs and situations will help you determine when to make an appointment. Maintaining your oral...
TMJ vs. TMD
If you are experiencing pain in your jaw and find it problematic to yawn, speak, chew, and swallow, then you may suffer from temporomandibular disorder (TMD). TMD occurs when there is a problem with your temporomandibular joints or TMJ in the jaw. However, most people...
Frequently Asked Questions about CEREC® Same-Day Crowns
CEREC® crowns have become increasingly popular because of the convenience and ease they offer patients who need dental restorations. Dental offices worldwide are beginning to implement CEREC crown technology as part of their services for patients who need quick dental...
How a Mouthguard Can Help Relieve TMD Symptoms
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD or TMJ disorder) affects millions of people. TMJ disorder occurs when the jaw is improperly positioned, putting excessive pressure on the temporomandibular joint that controls jaw muscles. Since the TMJ consists of muscle, bone,...
Questions to Ask During Your Next Teeth Cleaning
Dental professionals recommend scheduling an appointment twice yearly for routine teeth cleaning. Apart from having your teeth professionally cleaned, you also have an opportunity to get answers to all your dental health and oral hygiene concerns and queries. Asking...