Dental implants are life-changing for many patients. Some of the most advanced dental prosthetics available, dental implants replace a broken, lost, or damaged tooth with an artificial one that is functionally identical. The process of installing a dental implant is more involved than the process of getting fitted for conventional…
Toothaches can happen to the best of us. Even if you are scrupulous in caring for your teeth–brushing and flossing regularly, eating a healthy diet–you may find that at some point toothache sets in. This can be quite uncomfortable or even painful. The causes of a toothache can be surprisingly…
The science of dentistry is evolving rapidly, and there are many exciting new developments in the works. Some of the most interesting and important advances in dentistry come in the form of dental prosthetics. Speaking generally, dental prosthetics are just what the name suggests: artificial devices that either repair or…
Getting your teeth cleaned is a must for maintaining good oral health. Along with an effective brushing and flossing routine, regular exams and cleanings are foundational for lifelong oral health. Unfortunately for many of us, it’s all too easy to delay, postpone, or just forget to schedule teeth cleaning. This…
Let’s face it: most of us don’t exactly enjoy going to the dentist. For many folks, a visit for an exam and cleaning may be time-consuming, mildly inconvenient, or maybe a bit uncomfortable. However, for some of us, it goes a bit further and a vague dislike of going to…
There is any number of reasons you may be looking for a new dentist, but the most common is as the result of moving to a new city or town. While moving can be an exciting time and the beginning of a new stage of life, it can also be…
Teeth grinding is a common oral health issue, with a variety of possible causes. And while teeth grinding is annoying for you and anyone sleeping in the same room, it’s more than just an inconvenience. Teeth grinding can cause permanent teeth damage and even tooth loss if left unaddressed. It…
With the growing popularity of dental implants as a solution for lost or missing teeth, there’s been a great deal of discussion of the difference between dental implants and general dentistry. While both are important and can improve the patient’s quality of life, they do distinct things and work in…
This is a special time of the year, for folks of all faiths around the world. With so many celebrations going on, it’s easy to get caught up in the spirit of things. And while we may be facing some additional challenges in finding safe and healthy ways to celebrate,…
While teeth are ideally a uniform shiny white, white spots on teeth may be both unsightly and unnerving. What causes this kind of discoloration? Is something wrong? What can I do about it? As it turns out, we know what causes white spots on teeth and most of the time…
