There are few things more alarming than looking in the mirror and seeing that you have a crack in one of your teeth. Take a look at a few things you will need to know as a patient if you have sustained a cracked tooth. How could you have sustained a cracked tooth? A cracked […]
It’s good to take care of your teeth and gums to help avoid the need for removing a tooth from decay, and a dentist often has methods for saving a natural tooth. Yet, there are cases where a tooth extraction is a positive thing that will help your mouth and oral health, and tooth extraction […]
Veneers are thin porcelain or composite resin caps that are placed over the natural teeth to improve the way they look. With veneers, the size, shape and/or color of an individual’s teeth can be changed. Who Would Choose to Have Veneers Placed? Veneers can improve an individual’s smile, which usually helps increase his or her […]
It is estimated that around 22 million people in the United States have sleep apnea. This health condition can lead to not breathing periodically while you sleep, which can be incredibly dangerous in some cases. You may not consider seeing your dentist for help with sleep apnea, but a dentist may be able to help. […]
Even though permanent teeth are meant to last a lifetime, there are a lot of foods we eat, and things we do that can leave our teeth prone to deterioration and decay. The molars, or the teeth along the back of the jawline, are most at risk. Dental sealants are an effective solution to deter […]
Your teenager needs braces, but they are adamant that they want the invisible version like Invisalign instead. Not every patient is a good Invisalign candidate, but many are. How do you know if your teen’s Invisalign preference is a good idea specifically for them? Here are a few things to consider before you talk to […]
