When you have a permanent adult tooth lost due to decay or damage, you have several options to replace that tooth. An option that maintains the integrity of your jawbone is the dental implant; however, the process of getting one can take a while. Depending on the shape of your jaw, you may need a bone […]
Why Do You Need Dental X-Rays?
Every so often at one of your regularly scheduled dental, you’ll be asked to open wide for tools other than the normal hygiene ones. A dental X-ray is a routine part of your exam, not a reason to panic. They may seem mysterious, but really they are pretty straight-forward. Most of all, dental X-rays are […]
What is it Like to Whiten Your Teeth?
Cosmetic dentistry is becoming more and more common in today’s world of the camera phone, Instagram, and the ever-present selfie. Your smile represents you to the visual world, and confidence can brighten it almost as much as professional whitening. The process can be deceptively simple, especially with our KöR Deep Bleaching System. For this way […]
How Can You Keep Your Teeth Whiter?
If you take care of your teeth with regular check ups twice a year and thorough brushing and flossing, you may be wondering how you can give your smile a boost. Sure, your teeth will be generally healthy and your mouth will be clean, but will you feel confident to smile wide in selfies? There […]
Take Good Care of Your Dental Implants
The advantage of replacing lost teeth with dental implants is that they closely mimic the natural design of your teeth, including the roots that support them. Like your teeth, though, you must take good care of your dental implants for them to remain strong. Fortunately, implant restorations resemble your teeth so much that caring for […]
2 Questions to Ask Before Getting a Root Canal
It probably isn’t anyone’s favorite dental treatment, but when your dentist recommends root canal therapy, it’s a good idea to take heed. The restorative technique is designed to remove invasive bacteria and infection from inside of your tooth, and may be the only way to find relief from the pain of tooth infection. Before getting […]
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What You Might Not Know About Tooth Fillings
Tooth fillings are the go-to treatment for mild to moderate cavities, and since cavities are the most common dental concern, fillings are among the most popular dental treatments. Still, not everyone understands the point of tooth fillings, or why tooth-colored composite resin can prove a better solution than metal amalgam. Today, we examine a few […]
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What is Ultrasonic Scaling?
Cleaning teeth is a vital part of regular dental care, but there’s more to it than you might realize. At home, you can (and should) clean your teeth at least twice every day, and during your checkup and cleaning appointments, your hygienist can do so more thoroughly. But such dental cleanings only focus on the […]
Why Do We Grind Our Teeth?
Has your significant other recently alerted you to the fact that your grind your teeth? In addition to being an annoying issue, teeth grinding can actually have a negative impact on your oral health. Why do we grind our teeth? What causes this disorder to occur and what can we do to stop it? […]
3 Reasons to Take Sleep Apnea Seriously
When you snore, you probably don’t know that you’re doing it until your sleeping partner tells you about it. Therefore, it might not seem like it can have much of an effect on any other part of your life. However, if your snoring means that you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, then there may be […]
