How Can I Maintain My Smile as I Age?
Just like it does with the rest of your body, aging can have detrimental effects on your smile, too. However, getting older doesn’t automatically mean that you’ll end up with a less than stellar grin. Various cosmetic dental treatments can help to restore a dingy or damaged smile. As we get older, our enamel becomes […]
How does a prosthodontist differ from other dentists and dental specialists?
Has your dentist recommended that you visit a prosthodontist? If so, you might have some questions about what prosthodontists do and the types of services they offer. Prosthodontics is a certified dental specialty. Other dental specialties include orthodontics and endodontics. The core objective of prosthodontics is to restore oral function by replacing lost or damaged […]
Brushing and Flossing Do More than Just Clean Teeth
Enjoying vibrant dental health begins at home with proper oral hygiene. Flossing and brushing does more than just clean your teeth, it prevents disease, promotes gum health, and reduces the prevalence of harmful oral bacteria in the mouth. This is why the best dentists strongly encourage patients to practice thorough and meticulous oral hygiene. Brushing […]
Dentistry Myths: Only Children Get Cavities
Children are prone to suffer dental decay because of their food choices and the way they care for their teeth. And since children must rely on adults to take them to see the best dentists, if that care is not readily provided, the result is dental decay. However, as adults we have the power and […]
Tooth Loss Can Have Far-Reaching Effects on Your Dental Health
The loss of even one tooth can have effects beyond just changing your appearance. It can also have adverse effects on the rest of your teeth, and, over time, even lead to loss of additional teeth. Prosthodontists provide replacement teeth that can prevent these long-term effects and help you maintain both your appearance and your […]
A Healthy Body and Healthy Smile Go Hand in Hand
Your mouth is a gateway to the rest of your body, so it makes sense that a healthy mouth can contribute to your overall wellness. In fact, certain oral conditions, like gum disease, have been linked with more systemic problems, such as diabetes and pregnancy complications. Regularly scheduled appointments with your dentist can help you protect […]
Why Choose a Prosthodontist for Tooth Replacement?
When tooth loss occurs, the patient is faced with a multitude of issues … teeth should be replaced but what is the best method? How much commitment are you willing to make; is cost a contributing factor; what is your time frame; how old are you; are you in good physical health; what is your […]
Experiencing Jaw Pain: Could it be TMJ?
The source of jaw pain can be due to many things … deep rooted dental decay; infection; teeth grinding and clenching; an ear infection; a drug interaction … or it could be TMJ (temporomandibular joint) inflammation. The best dentists will look at your history, record all drugs taken in the past and present, take dental […]
Restore Your Smile with Custom Dentures
Losing teeth harms more than your ability to chew food, it is extremely detrimental to your self-esteem. Patients who are suffering with failing teeth are vulnerable to developing depression and anxiety with social situations. Embarrassed by their smiles, many patients with tooth loss avoid interacting with others because they feel ashamed and inadequate. Tooth loss […]
Can Children and Adolescents Get Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a dental condition that can wreak havoc on your oral health. Advanced gum (periodontal) disease can destroy teeth and bone and is the chief cause of tooth loss among adults. Complex and advanced cases of gum disease should be treated by periodontists, dentists with special training and additional education to treat diseases […]