Most people know at least one person that has had to get a dental filling, but what are they and why are they needed? A dental filling is used to restore function to a tooth by filling in missing parts from, for example, a cavity or other external trauma. Before a filling or restoration can …
Dentists are scary to a lot of people. Many procedures are highly invasive and painful surgeries and nobody actually wants to be awake for them – though some procedures, as simple as they are, are enough to trigger someone’s dental phobia. For these procedures and for people that are highly terrified of a visit to …
Plaque is constantly growing on our teeth. On top of that, our teeth see regular abuse from the foods we eat, the things we drink, and our daily activities. This is why routine teeth cleaning is very important. What is teeth cleaning? Simply put, this is oral hygiene. It is the process for removing plaque …
NEW! $500 off all Invisalign tooth straightening cases started in May or June 2011. In a nutshell, Invisalign is a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually move your teeth. You wear a set of aligners for about two weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush and floss. As you replace each set of …
What is a family dentist? The main difference between a family dentist and a general dentist is that a family dentist is quite happy to take patients of all ages. They will look after young children, preteens, teenagers, and adults with the same care and consideration – and for the children, a special prize may …
Traditionally, patients have had to have metal dental braces installed in order to correct the alignment of their teeth. This method requires securing pieces of metal to the teeth that are adjusted over the course of treatment by tightening the wires that connect each bracket, until the teeth are arranged in the desired manner. An …
Mouthwashes and rinses are an addition to your daily routine on top of brushing and flossing; they provide several benefits, depending upon the product, such as making your breath fresh or protecting your teeth from plaque. There are a few factors that must be considered when picking a mouthwash or rinse, and I will go …
There are a wide variety of foods that can help prevent tooth decay and some that you should avoid for the same reason. Next time you visit the grocery store, keep in mind the facts listed in this article and do your teeth a favor. The Good: High-Fiber Foods High-fiber foods aren’t just good for …
Tooth abscesses develop from a bacterial infection that is at the center (the pulp) of the tooth. They develop as a result of tooth decay, tooth trauma (such as a break or chip), or other factors that lead to exposure of the tooth’s pulp through openings in the tooth’s enamel. Risk of the infection spreading …
Proper dental hygiene is not just for adults – kids can and should participate, too! How should we treat the teeth of our children and infants, and how can we make tooth care fun? Read on for ideas! Infant Oral Care Babies simply can’t brush or floss on their own, so it is up to …
