Has your sleep partner ever woken you up to say that you were grinding your teeth? This is how many people find out about their destructive habit, and it often goes undiagnosed for some time. Although many people believe that grinding your teeth is nothing to worry about, bruxism can actually be a serious oral…
Beautiful smiles are not just for the rich and famous. Imagine finally having the show-stopping smile you’ve always wanted, while keeping as much of your natural teeth as possible. Bright, white, and straight teeth are fully attainable through modern dental technology. No matter the level of correction needed, cosmetic dentistry can restore and improve the…
Are you scheduled for a tooth extraction? Most tooth extractions are performed easily, quickly, and without any problems. Once in a great while, however, there may be a minor complication. The most common problem after having a tooth extracted is dry socket. Only about two to three percent of people ever develop dry socket and…
When you think about the dentist, typically the first thing to come to mind is teeth, perhaps followed by cavities. A cavity can be described as an empty space within a solid object; in this case, a tooth. When cavities form, they hurt almost from the beginning. Since they increase in size and can affect…
