If you have been unhappy with the appearance of your teeth for some time, chances are the issue has crossed your mind more than once. Staining that has not responded to whitening, a chipped edge that catches your eye every time you smile, gaps, or irregular surfaces can all affect how you feel about your […]
Are You Grinding Your Teeth?
Do you wake up in the morning with headaches and pain in your jaws? Has your partner complained that he or she can’t sleep because of the nighttime grinding sounds that you’re making? And have you noticed greater sensitivity to heat, cold, touch or other stimuli in your teeth? If you answered “yes” to any […]
Dental Crown Process
If you have a tooth that’s been damaged by extensive decay, a large old filling, or trauma, a dental crown is one of the most reliable ways to strengthen and restore it. A crown fits over the entire visible portion of the tooth, protecting what remains of the natural structure while restoring both function and […]
Mini Dental Implants
A Smaller, More Affordable Alternative for Tooth Replacement Understanding the Difference Between Standard and Mini Dental Implants Are you considering getting dental implants? It’s important to know that all dental implants are not created equal. Depending on the size and structure, implants are typically classified in one of two ways: Standard dental implants Mini dental […]
Tooth Pain
One thing nobody likes is to have tooth pain. Some people will even avoid a dentist until the “toothache” is too much for them to handle. What causes a toothache and what can we do to avoid the toothache? Tooth pain can be multifactor and the critical step is diagnosing the problem or the cause. […]
Dental Implants
Even before I went to dental school I became interested in dental implants due to my wife needing one shortly after we began dating in 2002. Tooth loss is not just limited to poor hygiene but can happen due to genetically missing teeth, accidental tooth fractures that can’t be repaired, and other various reasons. Before […]