Lingual Braces Offer a Less Visible Alternative to Traditional Braces
We’re all familiar with tried and true traditional braces and perhaps with newer clear aligners for realigning teeth. But there’s an even more novel way that’s quickly becoming popular: lingual braces. This type of braces performs the same function as the traditional but in an opposite way. Rather than bonded to the front of the […]
See Your Dentist ASAP to Save Your Loose Tooth
A loose adult tooth isn’t normal. It could be loose because it’s been subjected to high biting forces like those that occur with a tooth grinding habit. Or, it could be the result of periodontal (gum) disease or some other infection that has weakened some of the tooth’s supporting gums and bone. Whatever the underlying […]
Veneers an Affordable, Low Impact Way to Achieve a More Attractive Smile
There are a lot of ways to improve the appearance of your teeth. Some methods can be quite involved like crowns or bridgework, which require extensive alteration of teeth to accommodate them. Other methods, though, can achieve stunning results with less tooth reduction or alteration to your teeth. Porcelain veneers are one such alternative that […]
Dental Implants Better than Ever thanks to Ongoing Tech Advances
While many people still consider dental implants the “new kids on the block” in dental restoration, they’re now in their fourth decade of use. And since their inception implant technology has continued to improve and revolutionize how we replace missing teeth. Implants are a different “species” compared to other restoration methods. To be precise, an […]
A Traditional Bridge Might be the Right Solution for Your Missing Teeth
We can do a great many things to preserve diseased teeth, from filling cavities to crowning damaged but still viable teeth to protect them and restore their attractiveness. But there may come a point where continued treatment just isn’t worth it, and it may be time to remove and replace your troubled teeth. Dental implants […]
New Year, New Smile
As December brings the old year to a close, it’s a great time to set goals for the year to come. This might include a major life change, such as a new job—or even a new romance! If one of these items is on your list for 2019, a smile makeover may be just the […]
Have a Loose Tooth? You’ll Need This Two-Phase Treatment to Save It
Although periodontal (gum) disease usually affects your gums first, your teeth may eventually suffer. That’s because the disease can damage both attaching gum tissues and supporting bone. One advanced sign of this is when one or more teeth become loose. A loose tooth is an alarm bell that you’re about to lose it. Fortunately, we […]
Smoking Increases Your Risk for Dental Implant Failure
There are definite links between smoking tobacco and several major health problems. While we’re all familiar with its relationship to cancer or heart disease, smoking can also adversely affect your dental health, particularly the long-term survival of dental implants. Smoking can affect your mouth in two ways: first, the inhaled smoke can slowly “cook” gum […]
Avoid Implant Failure by Watching Out for These Mouth Problems
There are several reasons why dental implants are so popular. Perhaps the most important, though, is their longevity: if maintained properly implants can last for decades. However, they’re not indestructible—certain mouth conditions could put them at risk for early failure. But if you address emerging problems early, you may be able to prevent that unfortunate […]
Extracting Wisdom Teeth Now May Prevent Dental Problems Later
The reason for extracting a tooth may be all too obvious — the tooth is too decayed or damaged to attempt saving. The reason for extracting a wisdom tooth, on the other hand, may not be so apparent: from the perspective of pain or reduced function, you may not notice a thing. Our recommendation to […]