Emergencies happen. Unfortunately, there is no getting around it. When a dental emergency does happen, it is good for you to be aware of the steps you should take. Taking these steps can mean the difference between one successful visit, and the loss of teeth leading to more invasive and expensive dental treatments. […]
What Is Maxillofacial Surgery?
includes the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the mouth, jaws, face, and neck. An OMF surgeon requires dual qualification in both dentistry and medicine and treats conditions that require expertise from both backgrounds. Some issues that may require OMF surgery include facial pain, facial disproportion, impacted teeth, temporomandibular joint disorders, cysts, tumors, head and […]
Pediatric Dental Care
Children learn the value of good oral hygiene from their parents. If you take excellent care of their teeth, your children will learn to take excellent care of theirs. If you put high value on keeping your teeth healthy, your smile white, and your gums disease free, your children will do the same. So, it’s […]
Will Teeth Whitening Brighten Any Smiles?
Do you have yellow or brown discoloration on the surface of your teeth? If so, then you probably wish you could obtain a brighter smile. Fortunately, we can help brighten smiles with a professional cosmetic treatment. Will teeth whitening brighten any smile? How does the treatment work? […]
4 Examples Of Esthetic Dentistry
Esthetic dentistry allows our team to offer cosmetic treatments that improve the shape and shade of teeth. We can target discoloration, misalignment, or even close gaps between the teeth. What procedures do we offer? Can anyone benefit from esthetic dentistry? […]
What Are One Day Crowns?
In the past, receiving a dental crown meant two to possibly three visits. In addition, the patient would potentially have to wear a temporary in between visits. However, we offer our patients a strong and lifelike alternative with one day crowns. What are one day crowns? How do you fabricate and place a restoration in […]
How Do You Replace Missing Teeth?
According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, 69% of adults over the age of 35 have lost one or more permanent teeth. In order to ensure a healthy and attractive smile, you need to have these missing teeth restored. How do you replace missing teeth? What happens if you don’t address tooth […]
Do You Need A Periodontist?
Last week we discussed how to help prevent gum disease. However, if you already suffer from the disease, what are your options? We have a periodontist on our team to help manage minor and advanced cases of periodontal disease. Do you need a periodontist? How do you know if your gums are at risk? […]
Is Invisalign Right For You?
Misalignment can mean more than just an uneven smile. You can also experience poor oral health as a result of alignment issues since proper brushing and flossing becomes difficult. Fortunately, we have orthodontic treatments to correct your smile. Is the Invisalign system right for you? What factors decide if clear aligners are the right choice? […]
Can I Take Steps To Prevent Gum Disease?
According to the Centers for Disease Control, half of adults in the United States over the age of 30 suffer from some form of periodontal disease. Can you take steps to prevent gum disease? Despite the widespread prevalence of the disease, you can take preventive measures to help avoid the onset of serious gum problems. […]
