If a Root Canal Can’t be Done, this Procedure Might Save Your Tooth
Untreated tooth decay can destroy your teeth; prompt action as soon as its diagnosed will help prevent that undesirable outcome. And even if decay has advanced into the tooth’s pulp and root canals, there’s still a good chance we can … Continued
A New Veneer with Minimal or No Tooth Alteration
Dental veneers, thin layers of porcelain bonded to chipped, stained or slightly crooked teeth, are an effective and affordable way to transform your smile. Their color, translucence and shape blend so well with the rest of your teeth that it’s … Continued
4 Tips to Prevent Childhood Tooth Decay
February is National Children’s Dental Health month, sponsored annually by the American Dental Association. As important as good oral health is to a child’s overall health and development, tooth decay tops the list as the most common chronic childhood disease. … Continued
Even Celebrities Like Jennifer Lawrence Aren’t Immune From Bad Breath!
Exchanging passionate kisses with big-screen star Jennifer Lawrence might sound like a dream come true. But according to Liam Hemsworth, her Hunger Games co-star, it could also be a nightmare… because J.Law’s breath wasn’t always fresh. “Anytime I had to … Continued
Gum Surgery Can Improve Your Smile and Save Your Teeth
While the term “plastic surgery” might bring to mind face lifts or tummy tucks, not all procedures in this particular surgical field are strictly cosmetic. Some can make a big difference in a person’s health. One example is periodontal plastic … Continued
Recessed Gums Could Endanger Your Teeth
A “toothy grin” might be endearing, but not necessarily healthy. More of the teeth showing may mean your gums have pulled back or receded from the teeth. If so, it’s not just your smile that suffers—the parts of teeth protected … Continued
Protecting Primary Teeth from Decay Helps Ensure Future Dental Health
A baby’s teeth begin coming in just a few months after birth—first one or two in the front, and then gradually the rest of them over the next couple of years. We often refer to these primary teeth as deciduous—just … Continued
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire…with Her Mouth!
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen action in the new superhero film Black Panther led to a … Continued
Practice the Dental Care Basics to Ensure a Healthy Smile
For over half a century, dentists have promoted a proven strategy for sound dental health. Not only is this strategy effective, it’s simple too: brush and floss every day, and visit your dentist at least twice a year or as … Continued
Practice Daily Oral Hygiene to Prevent Calcified Plaque Formation
If you’ve ever heard your dentist or hygienist talk about “calculus,” they’re not referring to a higher branch of mathematics. The calculus on your teeth is something altogether different. Calculus, also called tartar, is dental plaque that’s become hardened or … Continued