Periodontal Disease is a gum disease that causes inflammation around the gums to set in due to a bacterial infection. If the condition can't get treated, periodontal disease can develop further and become a more severe condition. If not managed, periodontal disease can pull the gums away from the teeth, eat away at the bone, and cause the loss of... read more »

As your baby grows older, there are so many exciting milestones to treasure with each passing month and year — baby's first step, baby's first words, and baby's first tooth! To make sure your little one establishes a positive, stress-free relationship with the dentist — and avoids cavities — it's important to get them to the dentist as early as possible. Pediatric dentistry... read more »

Do you have worn, broken, or discolored teeth and have been looking for a solution? Dental veneers, especially porcelain veneers, may be the option you have been looking for. Veneers are sculpted to fit your mouth, so they will not look like you have novelty party teeth. There are many advantages to veneers and the following are just a few.... read more »

You likely learned very young that brushing, flossing, and rinsing are essential for a healthy smile. These rituals that you learned as a child become habits, a normal part of your daily routine. While good habits are easy to identify, it's just as easy to overlook some of the not-so-healthy habits that could damage your teeth and gums. Recognizing and... read more »

If you struggle with bad breath, you know the worry and anxiety that can often arise in situations where you're expected to socialize. While you may brush and floss regularly, there may be other causes of your bad breath that can only be identified and treated by a professional. An important part of finding the solution to any problem is... read more »

Brushing Teeth is Important Besides seeing your dentist regularly, properly brushing your teeth at home is the most important thing you can do for your oral health. Why? Perhaps the most important reason is that poor oral health can lead to many health problems throughout the rest of your body. Fun fact: The toothbrush has been around since ancient times. People... read more »

An impacted wisdom tooth is a dental concern because this condition causes the third molar — most adults have four of these molars, two on top and two on the bottom — to come in at an angle or have issues erupting completely. The main cause of impacted wisdom teeth, which can affect all the teeth or only a few,... read more »

Dental crowns are used to fully cap over a damaged, weak, or misshapen tooth. Crowns add strength and restore your tooth's appearance. A crown may be used to repair a cracked tooth or strengthen a tooth with a large filling. Discolored or poorly shaped teeth can be improved with dental crowns. Crowns are also used to cover dental implants. If several... read more »

Dental fillings are used to restore healthy function when a tooth is compromised by injury or decay, preventing further damage. While fillings are quite durable, they are not indestructible. Most dental fillings will eventually need to be replaced. Years ago, your only option to repair a compromised tooth was to have your dentist remove the decay and fill your tooth... read more »

Our bodies respond to stress with a multitude of uncomfortable sensations, including sweating palms, nervous tension, or a rapid heartbeat. In general, people tend to avoid situations that make them uncomfortable, fearful or anxious. Even when they are in a significant amount of pain, many people avoid visiting their dentist because of anxiety, fear, and dental phobias. Sedation dentistry is... read more »