Having pleasant, fresh-smelling breath is a universal desire. No one wants to walk around causing offense to people with less-than-stellar oral hygiene, and everyone loves the way a clean, fresh mouth feels. Achieving this goal is still somewhat challenging for many people, usually do to an array of lifestyle factors
“Deep cleanings,” which are more properly known as “scaling and root planing”, are a relatively common procedure in dentistry. Still, many people are not aware of exactly what constitutes scaling and root planning and what circumstances make it necessary. The good news is that by exercising good oral care at
If you are a wearer of complete dentures, you are all too familiar with the frequent challenges and frustrations of using dentures. Difficulty eating, speaking, and smiling are just a few of the inconveniences of using complete dental prostheses. Luckily, dental technology has advanced significantly in the past decade, led
Dental crowns and veneers are two of the staple treatments of the dental world. Each is performed every day across the world on countless numbers of patients. While these two treatments are strikingly similar in many ways, they also have distinct differences that dictate when and how they should be
With the holidays approaching, everyone is preparing for a time of great celebration, fellowship and, of course, eating. The holidays are naturally a time when people eat more, especially things that may not be the healthiest choice. During this time, it is important to remember what certain holiday treats can
Dental implants are a revolutionary way to replace teeth, and many dentist are beginning to turn to them as a standard means of doing so. Many people are familiar with the basic concept of a dental implant, but few actually know the specifics or what actually occurs during the treatment
Over the past decade or so, clear aligner orthodontics, led by the familiar Invisalign brand, have become en vogue for those wishing to improve the function or appearance of their teeth without undergoing traditional bracket-and-wire orthodontic treatment. Undergoing clear aligner therapy is relatively simple and not fraught with many complications.
An emergency of any kind is never fun, especially when it comes with severe tooth pain. Dental emergencies come in different varieties, some being more serious than others. Regardless, it is important to know what conditions warrant immediate attention and what you should do when accidents happen. Broken Tooth A
Tooth whitening, also called “bleaching,” is one of the most commonly asked about procedures in the dental office. And why not? Almost everyone wants to have a bright white smile and most people feel that their teeth simply are not as white as they’d like. Tooth whitening is a great