Have you started experiencing pain when you bite into your favorite foods? Is that sip of ice cold milk now met with a wince? If so, the bad news is that you might have a cavity. Grey or black lines along your teeth, white spots, sensitivity or discomfort isolated to a single tooth, can all be warning signs that you could have a cavity. The good news is that modern dentistry means you don’t have to choose between the discomfort of a cavity or an unsightly metal filling. Tooth-colored fillings are an excellent way to restore your smile after a cavity, both cosmetically and functionally. (more…)
Dental Emergencies Require Prompt Treatment
Are you experiencing a dental emergency? What do you do when you’re suddenly experiencing severe tooth pain, or notice a large chip in your tooth? You may not want to call 9-1-1 for a dental emergency. But, you can and should schedule an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible. Unlike many other parts of your body, your teeth cannot repair themselves, meaning most dental issues will only worsen if left untreated. Rather than delaying the inevitable, seeking restorative treatment quickly to help save your tooth and relieve your pain! (more…)
Checkups and Cleanings as Back-to-School Routine
Has it been a busy summer? So busy, you may have been a bit lax when it comes to your kids’ oral care? In particularly hectic times of life, dental care can tend to fall off the daily to-do list. But, now that the kids are getting ready to go back to school, it’s time to get back to the dentist, too. Regular checkups and cleanings are the best way to prevent dental problems from forming, as well as to tackle any existing conditions early on, before more extensive work becomes necessary. (more…)
Fillings, a Great Way of Coping with a Cavity
Have you developed great sensitivity to hot or cold foods? Is there a dull pain in one of your teeth? It’s all too easy to dismiss minor dental symptoms, but you should not ignore any changes in your teeth. That’s because they can be warning signs that there’s a problem, and seeking prompt restorative care is the best way to ensure you keep your smile healthy in the long run. A cavity is one of the most common dental problems. Thankfully, it can be quickly addressed with a composite filling. (more…)
Time to Schedule Your Back to School Cleanings!
Before you know it, you’ll be hearing school bells and seeing yellow buses again. The back-to-school season is right around the corner, and now is the time to schedule your back to school cleanings and checkups. When you’re running your back to school errands and scheduling those annual doctor’s appointments, make sure to schedule time at the dentist too. Making good oral health a priority and a natural part of your end-of-summer routine teaches your children good dental care habits that will stay with them for a lifetime. (more…)
Steps to Take for an Emergency Toothache
The trouble with a toothache is that it rarely adheres to a set schedule. It can strike in the middle of a meal, or during an important business presentation; or, it can develop slowly, remaining a barely noticeable nag until it suddenly blossoms into debilitating tooth pain. In either case, a toothache is never something you should ignore, and whether mild or serious, the discomfort will likely grow worse until you address it. If your toothache strikes at a moment when you can’t immediately call your dentist, follow these few steps to alleviate your toothache until you can schedule an emergency dental visit. (more…)
Dental Implants and Gum Disease
Though it doesn’t always seem like a big deal, gum disease is one of the more destructive conditions that can affect your oral health. It’s also the leading cause of adult tooth loss, and therefore the need for replacement teeth, such as dental implants. Understanding the dangers of gum disease before and after tooth loss, and how controlling the disease is vital to the success of your implanted replacement teeth, will help you better ensure the health, beauty, and integrity of your smile for life. (more…)
How Much Do You Know About White Fillings?
Even the most careful brushers among us may have a tooth (or two) with a filling. For many years, silver-colored dental amalgam was used almost exclusively when repairing a cavity or other breach in tooth enamel. Now, however, all-white fillings, made of a composite dental resin, are available, and preferred by many dentists and patients. These fillings are an excellent choice in many restorative dental procedures. Cosmetic procedures also benefit from the fact that white fillings blend invisibly into a smile. (more…)
Do I Need A Gum Lift?
When you smile, if you feel like people see more gums than teeth, you may be a good candidate for the contouring that a gum lift can provide. A gum lift involves the careful removal and reshaping of gum tissue so that it frames the teeth in the most attractive way possible. After a gum lift, teeth will appear more appropriately sized for your smile, and gum tissue will appear more even distributed around your teeth. (more…)
Stopping Periodontal Disease Before it Starts
Regular brushing and flossing habits, as well as regular visits to the dentist are strong foundations for good oral health. When these important steps are neglected, a film of plaque (formed by the natural interaction of bacteria, saliva and food particles) stays on the teeth, hardening into tartar deposits, and irritating and inflaming the gums. Breaking the cycle in this inflammatory state (gingivitis) is the key to stopping periodontal disease before it gets started. (more…)
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