The goal of modern dentistry is for each & every patient to keep all their teeth for their entire lifetime. As dental health awareness & dental technology have advanced over the last half century, we now see fewer older people who are missing all their teeth (a condition dentists call edentulism). Still, we find that people may loose a tooth or a few & not think much of it. The reality is that a missing tooth is far more than just a gap in your smile: it can have serious oral health & psychological effects down the line. [Read more…] about The Vital Reasons Why You Should Replace Missing Teeth
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Is Tooth Polishing Necessary?
We know that for most of our patients, their favorite part of a dental cleaning is how smooth and clean their teeth feel afterward, not to mention how shiny they are. Tooth polishing has long been part of the dental checkup routine [Read more…] about Is Tooth Polishing Necessary?
The Fast Magic of Dental Bonding
If you need a chipped tooth repaired or want a fast and relatively affordable way to change the look of your smile, dental bonding is the solution. [Read more…] about The Fast Magic of Dental Bonding
Protecting Kids’ Teeth During Sports
Wearing a mouth guard during sports activities is one of the best ways to avoid injuries to your child’s teeth & emergency dental care. Mouth guards, which are made from a plastic or rubber material [Read more…] about Protecting Kids’ Teeth During Sports
5 Tips for Being a Better Dental Patient
Like any relationship in life, having good communication with your dentist is the key to success. The five tips listed below are intended to help you improve your oral health by communicating better with your dentist & /or dental hygienist. [Read more…] about 5 Tips for Being a Better Dental Patient
What Are Mouthguards?
There are two categories of mouthguards with two different purposes that you can get from your dentist. Mouthguards for sports are intended to prevent injury. Mouthguards worn while sleeping are intended to prevent problems associated with teeth grinding or other bite problems. [Read more…] about What Are Mouthguards?