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Your Options for Restoring a Chipped Tooth
posted: Sep 21, 2019.

A tooth that's been chipped doesn't mean it's no longer healthy. The same, unfortunately, can't be said about the attractiveness of your smile, especially if it's one of your front Read more
3 Orthodontic Options for Correcting Bad Bites
posted: Sep 11, 2019.

Malocclusions (bad bites) may cause more than an appearance problem — with teeth and jaws not working together properly, you’re at higher risk for dental disease or accelerated tooth wear. Read more
Know What to Do - and When - in Case of a Dental Injury
posted: Sep 01, 2019.

“Don’t panic” is your first priority when faced with a sudden mouth injury. Of course, that may be easier said than done when you or a family member has just Read more
Why You Shouldn't Worry About the Mercury in Your Silver Fillings
posted: Aug 22, 2019.

Over the last century and a half millions of people have had a tooth cavity filled with “silver” amalgam. Perhaps you’re one of them. The use of this effective and Read more
Three Reasons why Your Six Year Old Should Undergo an Orthodontic Check
posted: Aug 12, 2019.

It would seem the best time to turn your attention to orthodontic problems with your child is when their permanent teeth have come in around early puberty. In fact, you Read more
Contrary to Popular Opinion, Vaping May Not Be Safer Than Smoking
posted: Aug 02, 2019.

If you think “vaping” electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes for short) is healthier for your teeth and gums than smoking cigarettes, you might be disappointed with the latest research. A number of Read more
Stop Smoking to Reduce Your Risk of Gum Disease
posted: Jul 23, 2019.

Your risk for periodontal (gum) disease increases if you’re not brushing or flossing effectively. You can also have a higher risk if you’ve inherited thinner gum tissues from your parents. Read more
Have a Loose Tooth? You'll Need This Two-Phase Treatment to Save It
posted: Jul 13, 2019.

Although periodontal (gum) disease usually affects your gums first, your teeth may eventually suffer. That’s because the disease can damage both attaching gum tissues and supporting bone.One advanced sign of Read more
A Little Orthodontic Magic Could Help an Impacted Tooth Erupt
posted: Jul 03, 2019.

Bite problems aren't limited to teeth simply out of position. The problem could be some teeth aren't there—visibly, that is. They still exist below the gums and bone, but they've Read more
Conscious Sedation can Help Ease Your Child's Dental Visit Anxiety
posted: Jun 23, 2019.

The best way to prevent dental visit anxiety in your children is start those visits around their first birthday, and continue with them through childhood. Age One visits are the Read more
A Bonded Retainer Might be a Better Choice After Braces
posted: Jun 13, 2019.

The braces are finally off! But to keep your new, straighter smile you'll need to wear a retainer for some time. That's because the same structural mechanism used to move Read more
Tooth Type and Condition can Affect Root Canal Therapy Effectiveness
posted: Jun 03, 2019.

Root canal therapy is the unsung "hero" of dentistry. Although often falsely maligned as an unpleasant experience, millions of decayed teeth have been saved thanks to this routine treatment.But although Read more
An Early Orthodontic Evaluation May Alert to Developing Bite Problems
posted: May 24, 2019.

Lately, you’ve noticed your young child’s primary teeth don’t appear to be coming in straight. Is it a problem?The answer to that question is best answered by an early orthodontic Read more
4 Reasons Why You May Need to See a Periodontist for Your Gum Disease
posted: May 14, 2019.

After treating you for periodontal (gum) disease for some time, we may suggest you see a periodontist, a specialist in gum conditions and diseases. There are a number of reasons Read more
Here's How You Can Protect Your Child's Teeth from Tooth Decay
posted: May 04, 2019.

While dental diseases tend to be a greater concern as we get older, they also pose a potential threat to children. A particular type of tooth decay called early childhood Read more
The Dangers of DIY Braces
posted: Apr 24, 2019.

Let’s say you’ve always wanted to have straighter teeth, and you’re wondering if it’s time to seek help from a dentist or orthodontist. So you search online and find a Read more

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