If you feel like your smile isn’t as white as it could be, or you become embarrassed when smiling due to teeth discoloration or stains, teeth whitening may be the solution for you. A dazzling smile doesn’t just appear. It requires oral hygiene maintenance at-home and in-office. Regular dental checkups and cleanings along with brushing, flossing, and mouthwash all reduce the chance of disease, decay, and organic wear to your teeth, gums, and other soft tissues in the mouth. (more…)
The Easiest Ways to Lose a Tooth
From bad breath to stained teeth, from tooth-destroying decay to gum inflammation and disease, there are a wide number of issues that can affect your smile’s health, integrity, and appearance. Nevertheless, there are very few conditions that can affect your long-term dental health, as well as your overall quality of life, with the same severity as tooth loss. Once you lose a tooth, it will not grow back, and restoring your good oral health will rely on effectively replacing it. Fortunately, you can reduce your risk of permanent tooth loss by understanding the common reasons behind it, and taking proper precautions through good hygiene and dental care. (more…)
The Loving Relationship Between Milk and Teeth
Most people are aware that your dietary habits greatly influence the state of your oral health. After all, everything you eat and drink enters your body through your mouth, and without diligent care and maintenance, many of these substances can contribute to destructive dental diseases like tooth decay and gum disease. However, not everything in your meals is detrimental to your oral health; some foods and drink can actually benefit you’re the health of your smile. For instance, milk, which is known for improving the health and strength of your bones, can also be crucial to the health and strength of your teeth. Your Shrewsbury dentists, Dr. Pizzi and Dr. Messina, explain how milk benefits your oral health, and why your teeth thank you for drinking it. (more…)
Unveiling the Point of Your Dental Checkups
Since childhood, most people have learned how to brush and floss their teeth, and the point of doing so every day. However, besides spending a few minutes at the sink with your toothbrush and floss, effective hygiene also requires professional dental attention every once in a while (as often as your dentist recommends). The point of routine dental checkups and cleanings is to ensure that your toothbrush and floss are doing their job, as well as to intercept trouble early in case your dental hygiene at home isn’t 100% effective. (more…)
FAQs About Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are a popular choice for patients who need to reinforce a weak tooth or cover a severely-blemished one. As fabricated replicas of your tooth’s natural crown (top portion), dental crowns are an invaluable resource, and with expert craftsmanship and an artful eye, your Shrewsbury dentists, Dr. Todd Pizzi and Dr. Luciana Messina, offer lifelike dental crowns that look and function as well as the real thing. Today, they answer some of your frequently-asked questions about dental crowns and what the modern marvels can accomplish. (more…)
Interesting Facts About Your Tooth Enamel
Brushing and flossing your teeth at least twice every day is commendable, but knowing how your teeth defend themselves can help you go the extra mile to protect them. For instance, you’re probably familiar with tooth enamel and its important role in protecting your teeth from the dangers of dental diseases and damage. However, understanding the processes that break down enamel can allow you to help it regain its strength before it’s irreversibly damaged. Shrewsbury dentists, Dr. Todd Pizzi and Dr. Luciana Messina, introduce you to tooth enamel by listing a few facts you should know about your teeth’s natural protection. (more…)
Why Even Minor Toothaches Could Be Serious
Does your tooth seem slightly sensitive when you drink a hot or cold beverage, or bite into a hot or cold piece of food? Like most other forms of discomfort, toothaches occur with varying degrees of severity, from minor nuisances to serious, sometimes-debilitating aches and pains. Though minor tooth sensitivity might not be an immediate concern, it usually indicates a developing dental issue, and can quickly become an emergency situation if not addressed promptly. (more…)
Is It Time for a New Smile?
A funny thing about your smile is that, even when it’s at its healthiest, it can still exhibit physical blemishes that mar its appearance and appeal. Luckily, if your smile just needs a cosmetic fix to make it look its best again, you don’t have to undergo extensive dental procedures typically reserved for oral health issues. Your Shrewsbury cosmetic dentists, Dr. Pizzi and Dr. Messina, offer a wide variety of cosmetic dental procedures to give your smile the makeover it deserves. (more…)
Learn How to Brush & Floss Properly
You might think, “I’ve been brushing and flossing my whole life, I know how to do it.” The simple routine is designed to keep your teeth clean between your regular dental checkups and cleanings. Since over 90% of adults in America have been affected by tooth decay in their permanent teeth, and around 80% have gum disease to some degree, there’s a chance that you may be missing something important in your daily dental hygiene routine. To help you make the most of your toothbrush and floss, your Shrewsbury dentists, Dr. Pizzi and Dr. Messina, provide an overview of how to effectively brush and floss your teeth. (more…)
Why Am I Waking Up With Jaw Pain?
If you wake up and you find that your teeth feel worn down, your jaw muscles are tired, or obtain increased tooth sensitivity, you may be a grinder. Teeth grinding, or bruxism, commonly occurs during sleep, and can be caused due to an abnormal bite, or even any missing or crooked teeth. Because bruxism mostly happens during sleep, people are often unaware of the occurrence. Often, bruxism does not cause harm, but if it is persistent, it can damage your teeth and even cause other oral health complications. (more…)
