Preventative care is the most important part of protecting your teeth and keeping your mouth healthy. It is essential that you brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day. Keeping yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of water keeps the saliva flowing in your mouth which keeps the harmful bacteria moving along. If you… Read more »
Month: June 2017
Tips To Protect Your Teeth
Teeth are built to last a lifetime. There are certainly factors that can shorten this span including genetics, health problems, lifestyle choices, injuries, accidents, and more. But with the right protection and care, your teeth can serve you for the rest of your life. In order for your teeth to better serve you, you must… Read more »
Brighter, Whiter Teeth For Summertime
The sunshine of the summer has a way of making everything seem brighter. Your teeth should be no exception. If you are looking for a dramatic change in your smile without an invasive procedure, teeth whitening may be for you. If you have deep discoloration that has stained your teeth for years, a professional treatment… Read more »
Restore Your Smile: Dental Bridge
Losing a tooth as an adult is not quite as fun as it can be as a child. When we lose a tooth, it can affect our appearance, our ability to chew, and even our speech. A missing tooth also impacts the structure of your jaw. Without the stimulation of the tooth, you can experience… Read more »
Is A Root Canal Scary?
Hearing that you may need a root canal is scary to most people. Much of this fear comes from a misunderstanding about root canals. Root canal treatment is often the last option before extraction. It is done with the goal of preserving as much of the tooth as possible. Technology has come a long way… Read more »
Is a Dental Implant the Best Solution for Your Smile?
If you have suffered the loss of a tooth, or even several, then you know all too well how frustrating coping with an incomplete smile can be. Embarrassment and insecurity are just some of the emotions adults often must deal with when they have lost one or more teeth. Fortunately, modern dental prostheses are designed to… Read more »
Want to Smile Proudly? A Porcelain Crown Could Help
Have you been embarrassed to show your smile, all because of a noticeable dental restoration like a metal crown, or even visible damage like chips or cracks? If so, you might think that there is no solution that will leave you with a beautiful-looking smile again. Fortunately, that is not the cases. Modern dental restorations… Read more »
Enjoy Matilda Brought to Life!
It’s not too late to catch the beloved children’s story, Matilda, come to life on the stage at Bass Performance Hall. The show is playing June 15 through June 18, 2017. Tickets start at $44 each. Matilda was named TIME magazine’s No. 1 Show of the Year, and it has actually won over 50 international… Read more »
Got Questions About Smile Care? Talk to Your General Dentist
Do you ever wonder if you are actually doing all you can to protect your teeth from cavities and other oral health threats? In fact, lately, have you been worried that you could actually be suffering from a cavity, now, without even knowing it? Many people want to know more about what is truly required… Read more »
What Causes Gum Disease?
Did you know that studies from the Centers for Disease Control reveal half of adults older than 35 suffer from some form of periodontal disease? What causes gum disease? By understanding the factors behind the disease’s onset, you can take steps to help protect your smile.