Sugar and the Holidays Sugar And Oral Health: It’s the sweetest time of year, literally. Sugar is all around us. Sugary drinks, candies, cookies, even our food is packed with sugar. If we consume too much sugar it leads to cavities. By practicing moderation and portion control, there is room to include an appropriate amount…
Going to the Dentist During the Pandemic Is It Safe to Go to the Dentist During the Pandemic? What is Covid-19 and how does it spread? While new discoveries are made every day, this is what we know. According to the Center of Disease Control (CDC) “COVID-19 or Coronavirus is an infectious disease caused by the…
What are wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth are the last set of adult molars to grow into the mouth. These molars usually erupt during a patient’s late teens or early 20’s. Most people grow in all 4 teeth, with 2 on the top and 2 on the bottom. However, some people grow in only 2 or…
Protecting Baby Teeth: Many parents fail to recognize the importance of keeping their child’s baby teeth healthy. They neglect regular dental check-ups and detailed care until the child begins to develop their permanent set of teeth. The lack of care for baby teeth not only affects the immediate oral health of a child, but runs…
Invisalign Or Smile Direct Club: We can all agree that a great smile boosts confidence, feels great, and can change the way we see ourselves. However, changing your smile can be difficult for those of us that don’t want braces and aren’t sure what the other options are. Teeth aligners are clear orthodontic devices that…
Top Dental Office for Braces Summer is finally here! Finally some time to relax and enjoy time with family and friends. Summer is also the perfect time to consider and begin Orthodontic treatment. For kids it’s easier to become acclimated with treatment outside of school or on a break. Your search for an Orthodontist probably…
Family Dental Plan A recent study found that nearly 85 percent of Americans believe that regular dental care is essential to great health and well-being. Going in for routine cleanings with an experienced dentist is the only way to keep your teeth looking their best. Trying to pay for these dental visits out of pocket is expensive,…
Side Effects After Having a Root Canal A root canal is performed as a dental treatment for an infected or damaged tooth by endodontists. Dentists working in general dentistry can also perform a root canal but often refer patients to endodontists that are specialists in this procedure and have received additional training for treatments to…
Children’s Dental Health Attempting to teach your child good oral hygiene habits will be challenging and require plenty of patience from you. You also have to overcome the fear of the unknown in the child’s mind by taking him or her to a pediatric dentist for regular checkups and examinations. It is the key to…
Dental Inlays and Onlays Can Repair Teeth That Do Not Need a Crown Many people need cosmetic treatment for repairing rear teeth that have mild to moderate decay. The teeth may be cracked or fractured but insufficiently damaged to be restored with crowns. Such cases can be adequately managed by inlays and onlays that work…
It’s not uncommon for many people to associate orthodontic treatment with teenagers wearing metal braces. But that’s old-school thinking. Now, with the many advances made in modern dentistry, specifically modern orthodontic treatment from a dentist near you, patients of all ages can benefit from straighter teeth and a more confident smile without having to rely…
Laser Therapy for Periodontal Disease Advanced stages of gum disease are known as periodontal disease and are caused by polymicrobial bacteria. The bacteria can multiply rapidly and travel along the tooth root surfaces to produce a hard substance known as calculus or tartar. It causes the gums to become puffy because of the presence of…