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Countless adults are saddled with some form of gum disease. Some struggle with basic gum inflammation, referred to as gingivitis. Others have extensive damage to the bone and tissue that support the teeth. If your gum disease goes untreated, it is possible you might lose one or several teeth. Gum Disease Basics Most people are […]

Porcelain crowns are favored by dentists far and wide for several reasons. These crowns provide myriad functional and cosmetic benefits. Below, we explain these advantages in-depth to help patients understand the merits of porcelain crowns. Porcelain Crowns Will Look Fantastic in Your Mouth Though metal restorations, as well as porcelain-fused-to-metal restorations, can enhance dental function, […]

The typical adult understands the importance of visiting with a general dentist at least once every six months. However, the oral health of infants and children is often overlooked as parents tend to assume immediate professional dental treatment is unnecessary from the get-go. The truth is pediatric dentists play a vitally important role in laying […]

If you are even slightly anxious or fearful of your upcoming dental treatment or procedure, you should know dental technology has advanced to the point that patients now feel little-to-no pain. There is no longer any reason to worry about a dental treatment, cleaning or procedure thanks to the rise of dental sedation. There are […]

Dental bonding has emerged as a highly effective means of repairing compromised teeth. Dental bonding can be used for all sorts of dental repairs. Have your teeth tended to by a savvy and skilled dentist and you will find dental bonding produces truly amazing results. Here is a look at the many merits of dental […]

Missing or badly damaged teeth are uncomfortable and unsightly. Eating, smiling, talking or even laughing in public settings will prove awkward if you aren’t comfortable with the look of your teeth. Some people missing teeth go as far as avoiding social settings altogether as they are self-conscious about how their gap-toothed smile looks. If you […]

People dread the term “root canal” yet the average person is unaware of what this dental procedure is really all about. A root canal refers to either the inner portion of the tooth between the roots and the pulp or the dental procedure performed to eliminate the infected portion of the tooth. Once the infected […]

There is a common misconception that braces, Invisalign and other solutions for teeth-straightening are solely meant for kids and teens. The truth is Invisalign is optimal for adults as well as kids. Most adults prefer Invisalign to braces as Invisalign is translucent and works faster. In fact, Invisalign typically costs right around the same amount […]

Periodontal screenings are essential to oral health. This screening, combined with regular oral exams help pinpoint and combat gingivitis as well as periodontitis, each of which is a chronic inflammatory disease. Unfortunately, periodontal disease, also referred to as gum disease, is common in adults. Gum disease is tied to an array of health conditions ranging […]

Teeth gradually wear down as time progresses. This gradual wear makes the teeth that much more susceptible to damage. Cracks, chips, discoloration and additional oral health care issues will inevitably arise in due time. Such issues have the potential to transform a once-beautiful smile into one that underwhelms. Furthermore, oral health care problems will put […]

When you were young you probably had nice white teeth. But as you grew up you started to notice that your teeth are not as white as they once were and you are probably wondering why. Teeth staining can be a result of a number of things, which we will discuss. As well as what […]

Some dental procedures are invasive and uncomfortable, and this is the reason why in the past most people would rather endure the pain of a decayed tooth than have it removed. Thanks to the discovery of sedatives, dental procedures are no longer a torturing experience for people. Dental sedation is mostly used during an invasive […]