Maintaining a healthy smile begins with practicing good oral hygiene on a daily basis. Yet, it involves more than just your teeth. Your gums need to remain healthy as well and may require additional attention at times. The reason for this is that the gum tissues are what support your teeth. If gum disease develops, […]
- December 15, 2022
- Restorative Dentistry
How to Choose Between a Dental Bridge or Denture
Making decisions to better your oral health can sometimes lead to anxiety, and knowing what option to choose can become a challenge. Patients often experience this when choosing between a dental bridge or denture to replace one or more missing teeth. While both of these options are beneficial, knowing the advantages and how the two […]
- November 30, 2022
- Technology
The Difference Between Digital Dental Scanner and Past Impressions Options
A dental appointment often includes a variety of procedures, including the taking of impressions of both the upper and lower teeth. These impressions are necessary for a variety of treatments, including crowns, veneers, and dental bridges. They also serve as an important part of your dental record. Thanks to advancing technology today and the advent […]
- November 15, 2022
- Root Canal
What’s the Difference Between an Endodontist and a Dentist?
Dental issues can arise at any time, and you may need procedures that go beyond a cavity filling or placement of a crown. When this happens, you may wonder who to go to and what the difference is between an endodontist and a dentist. Both of these professionals can provide you with exceptional dental care, […]
- October 5, 2022
- Restorative Dentistry
How to Prepare for Tooth Extraction
Sharing a confident smile and ensuring a healthy mouth all starts with practicing good oral hygiene and caring for your teeth and gums in the best ways possible. Yet, it only takes a sudden trauma or rapidly accumulating decay to cause one of those teeth to become beyond repair. When something like this happens, your […]
- September 7, 2022
- Technology
Everything You Need to Know About an Intraoral Camera
Dental visits are beneficial to maintaining your oral health and ensuring your smile is the best it can be. Yet, much of what goes on when it comes to dental exams can appear to be a mystery. Thanks to new technology, however, that mystery is beginning to fade and lets you, the patient, become more […]
- August 24, 2022
- Restorative Dentistry
What to Expect When Getting a Bridge
Your smile is so important, and being able to confidently share it is beneficial to both you and those around you. Yet, when missing one or more teeth, self-consciousness can set in and cause you to avoid it altogether. Fortunately, you have options today when it comes to improving your smile and your overall oral […]
- August 10, 2022
- Cosmetic Dentistry
Top 10 Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening
Creating and maintaining a smile you love to share is easier than ever today, especially when it comes to professional teeth whitening. New technology and techniques provide quicker, safer, and better ways to achieve that brighter smile, all while protecting and, in some cases, improving your oral health. While you still have the option of […]
- July 20, 2022
- Cosmetic Dentistry
What Is Invisalign and How Does It Work?
Your smile says so much about you, and if you’re not happy with it, you may choose not to share it at all, especially if you have misaligned or crooked teeth. These can not only make you self-conscious when you smile but also interfere with the ability to practice good oral hygiene on a daily […]
- July 6, 2022
- Preventive Dentistry
Are Fluoride Treatments Worth It?
When it comes to protecting your teeth, practicing good oral hygiene is the best deterrent against developing tooth decay and, in turn, keeping tooth enamel strong. There are other beneficial steps you can take as well, including undergoing fluoride treatments during your regularly scheduled dental visits. While you may associate fluoride treatments with children, today, […]