Dental Infections Under Crowns & How They Are Treated

20 January 2017
 Categories: Dentist, Articles

Dental crowns are often necessary to restore a damaged tooth so it does not need to be extracted. The crown process is often lengthy, but the resulting tooth cap can last for 25 to 30 years. For many people, this means a repaired tooth that does not need a replacement crown in the future. While this is true, you may experience a bit of discomfort after receiving the crown. This can happen for a variety of reasons, including an infection in the tooth. Read More 

4 Questions To Ask Before Getting Dental Implants

6 January 2017
 Categories: Dentist, Articles

A healthy diet, brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist regularly are necessary tasks to keep your smile healthy and appealing. Unfortunately, certain issues or injuries may occur, affecting the function and look of your mouth, teeth, and gums. An estimated 178 million people in the United States are missing one or more teeth, but there are numerous options to restore smiles back to a complete state. If you have lost one or more teeth due to an injury or dental condition, you may be considering implant dentistry. Read More 

Professional Teeth Whitening Services: 3 Reasons To Use Custom Fitting Trays

15 November 2016
 Categories: Dentist, Articles

Most Americans would agree the whiter the smile, the more attractive it is. Having a bright, white smile is so important to Americans that professional teeth whitening services have become one of the most highly sought after cosmetic dental treatments, with the teeth whitening industry worth over $2 billion. If you and your family would all appreciate having bright, white smiles, then you should make teeth whitening a family event with your family dentist. Read More 

Lost A Back Tooth To Sports? Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Dental Treatment Now

25 August 2016
 Categories: Dentist, Articles

If you're an adult who lost a back tooth while playing basketball, football or another type of contact sport, you may decide to wait to replace the tooth, or you may decide to not do anything at all. Putting off dental treatment right away might not be a good idea. Even the loss of one back tooth can have a big impact on your dental health. Here's how a missing back tooth affects you and what you can do to protect your dental health now and in the future. Read More 

Children’s Dental Appointment: 4 Types Of Keychains To Help Relax During A Cleaning

7 June 2016
 Categories: Dentist, Articles

For many children, the unfamiliar atmosphere of a dental office can bring fear and concern as they see new tools and hear a variety of sounds associated with the environment. As a parent, it's a good idea to find ways to help a child relax and focus on something else other than the task at hand. By preparing them for the situation, the appointment can go smoothly and result in a positive experience with the dentist. Read More