Misaligned teeth can make chewing difficult, but they can also be embarrassing, particularly if there are noticeable gaps between the teeth or a visible over or underbite. Unfortunately, for years the only way to address alignment issues was through traditional metal braces, which could be uncomfortable, restricting where food is concerned, and just as embarrassing…
You hear a lot about tooth care, and tooth brushing and taking good care of your teeth. Don’t let your gums get lost in all the fuss. Many habits that care for your teeth do also help your gums. Gentle brushing at the gum line, for example, helps keep that area free of tiny food…
Like every other part of the body, teeth need the proper nourishment to stay strong. A varied and nutritious diet benefits all the systems in your body, and there are a few vitamins and minerals that particularly support your teeth. Eating and drinking for oral health is one preventive strategy that can help decrease the…
Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt and believe it or not, that is why they are called wisdom teeth. They usually erupt between the ages of 17 and 25 and this is the period of time that we are supposedly becoming wiser, hence, the name wisdom teeth. The reason we have wisdom teeth…
Don’t break out in a sweat if your dentist recommends root canal therapy. Although root canals seem like something out of a horror flick, they actually aren’t much different than getting a tooth filled. In fact, 41,000 root canal procedures are performed every day and nearly 90 percent of patients are satisfied with their treatment.…
What is a dental crown? If you’ve never had the need for dental work you may not know. That goes the same for other dental treatments crowns, veneers, implants, bridges. Until you need the treatment you may not be familiar with what it is. Let’s talk about crowns…no that’s not a Celine Dion song. A…
Have you ever wondered the difference between preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry, general dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry? Some of the treatments are the same but they are performed for different reasons, and some of the treatments are different. For instance, preventive dentistry helps “prevent” cavities and other dental health issues from developing. Cosmetic dentistry is all…
It is estimated that 90 million Americans snore. If those people have a bed partner, that is 180 million people not sleeping well. Is everybody walking around tired? If so, that problem can be remedied. Even if snoring is not a problem for you, it can be a problem for your spouse. The noise can…
Teeth are meant to last a lifetime so you might think there is no way to destroy them. They can be knocked out by while playing sports or due to an accident. They can decay. But destroy? Isn’t that awfully dramatic you may wonder? There are ways to destroy your teeth. Methamphetamine use destroys teeth.…
Not looking forward to the idea of a mouth full of metal but you would love to enjoy a straighter smile? Fortunately, we offer clear braces to align your teeth. Though the idea of braces that others cannot detect may sound like an amazing option, you may wonder how this is possible. You may also…
