We talk frequently about dental health for young children and adults, but what about teens? Teenagers face their own set of unique dental concerns that must not be overlooked. The balancing act of school, social activities and sports can make it extra challenging to tend to your child’s teeth, especially when you are trying to…
Read MoreWe’ve all been there. It’s late, you are tired and you just want to slip into bed without brushing your teeth. What’s the real harm to skip a few nights of brushing anyways, right? Wrong! Dentists recommend you brush your teeth in the morning and at night for a reason. Here are some reasons why…
Read MoreAs a parent, you may be surprised to discover the color difference between your child’s baby teeth and their permanent teeth. What once was a gleaming white smile of primary teeth may start to look a bit yellow or dingy as more permanent teeth emerge. Don’t worry; there are valid explanations for this change –…
Read MoreTartar is a hard substance that builds up in your mouth if plaque is not regularly removed from the surfaces of your teeth and gums. This substance hardens on your teeth and can only be removed by a dentist or dental hygienist, using special tools. Tartar can make it difficult to brush and floss your…
Read MoreFor many years, amalgam has been the most popular material used by dentists to fill dental cavities. This is because it is relatively inexpensive as compared to other materials, and is extremely durable. However, many in the dental profession are moving away from amalgam fillings and using other materials including porcelain and composite resin to…
Read MoreIf you were participating in some type of sporting activity or accident and cracked your tooth this weekend, you are not alone. Everyday, people just like you crack their teeth as a result of sports-related trauma, car accidents, assaults and more. Obviously, you cannot not walk around with a cracked tooth; nor should you. So,…
Read MoreWith Thanksgiving right around the corner, it is now time to think about the busy holiday season ahead. Time to make your list and check it twice. Is an improved smile on your holiday wish list this year? If so, you are in luck. There are now a variety of cosmetic and restorative dental procedures…
Read MoreIf you have a college-aged child, chances are good that they have had their wisdom teeth extracted or will have their wisdom teeth extracted in the near future. In fact, many college kids elect to have this oral surgery while they are home for Thanksgiving break. That way, they can get treated by their regular…
Read MoreYour saliva plays an important role in your dental health as its protective properties have been long recognized by dentists and researchers. Specifically, saliva can help to protect teeth from tooth decay caused by the buildup of bacteria in your mouth. However, a new study conducted by researchers at Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of…
Read MoreIf you have a tooth that is severely decayed, damaged by trauma or weakened by infection, you may require a dental filling or crown. A dental crown is a type of restoration that can be used to strengthen a tooth, improve its appearance and prevent further weakening. In the past, getting a ceramic a crown…
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