Dealing with an Injured Lip
It’s not unheard of for a hard fall or blow to the face to injure your lip or cause you to bite down on it very hard. If the injury to your lip is severe you should consider going to the emergency room. It’s important to determine the extent of the injury to your lip…. Read more »
How to Keep a Healthy Smile and Body During Pregnancy
Did you know that nutrition is extremely important during pregnancy? Of course you did! But did you know what you need to eat to keep a healthy body as well as a healthy smile? If not, our team is here to help you! In order to have the best health possible during your pregnancy, we… Read more »
Dental Implants as Denture Anchors
Over the course of the last two decades, dental implant technology has advanced to be used in many different applications. One of the more convenient develops is the ability of denture implants as anchor points for a removable set of dentures. The number of anchor points you need will depend on several factors. Most people… Read more »
The Perks of Mouthwash
Today, mouthwashes can help you reach healthier teeth and gums as well as freshen your breath. Mouthwashes are not meant to replace brushing and flossing your teeth. If you have a hard time doing those correctly, using mouthwash can help prevent cavities and gum disease from developing. When combined with your home care, mouthwash can… Read more »
Dry Mouth: All You Need to Know
If you are tired of the dry, cotton feeling in your mouth, we are here to help you! We strongly recommend calling today and scheduling an appointment with Dr. so you can get the best advice for your specific situation. To help you prepare for your appointment, we suggest learning more about dry mouth by… Read more »
Inlays, Onlays or a Crown for Repairing Damaged Enamel
Cavities caused by tooth decay can easily develop into serious problems. Inlay and onlay fillings can often repair modest size cavities. If too much enamel has been lost to properly anchor a filling then most of the enamel will need to be replaced with a crown. Most inlays and onlays are made from gold or… Read more »
Vitamin D and Your Oral Health
You’ve probably heard that what you eat can have a major impact on your oral health. But, did you know that calcium and vitamin D can help your smile? Or the effects that calcium and vitamin D can have on your teeth? Your initial thought might be that calcium leads to healthy bones—and while this… Read more »
Three Basic Types of Gum Surgery
If you have struggled with gum disease for a prolonged period of time and it has advanced into periodontitis your dentist might refer you to a periodontist who specializes in gum surgery. Many people suffering from advanced periodontitis may have issues with their gums receding from the base of their teeth. This might also cause… Read more »
Dental Hygiene 101
Brushing and flossing on a daily basis is imperative for ideal oral health. Not only is it important to brush and floss regularly, it is imperative that you do so with proper technique. Proper dental hygiene will help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Brush your teeth at least twice a day, once in the… Read more »
What is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?
Baby bottle tooth decay is an unfortunate condition that attacks and destroys your child’s smile, and it most often occurs when your child frequently drinks sugary liquids from their baby bottle. Many people believe baby teeth are unnecessary, which is why they ignore baby bottle tooth decay and wait until their child loses all of… Read more »