Are you concerned that you could be struggling with a cavity? Heightened sensitivity, even deep discoloration, can be a warning sign of dental decay. Of course, cavities aren’t the only reason people require restorative dentistry. Trauma to a tooth, whether there is visible damage or not, can often cause intrinsic damage to teeth. Untreated, even minor issues like a chip can lead to increasing discomfort, and eventually painful infections. Fortunately, this can be prevented with prompt restorative treatment. That is why it is so important to schedule a dental visit at the first indication that your smile could be in trouble. (more…)
Is Your Smile Receiving Proper Dental Care?
Are you concerned that there is more you should be doing to help care for your smile? Your preventive dentist can help care for your teeth during professional exams, of course. But have you considered that he or she could also help supply you with a variety of tips that can be used to help protect your teeth, at-home as well? Healthy habits can help prevent the acidic erosion that is characteristic of dental caries, or cavities, as they are most commonly called. Healthy dental habits can also help you better protect your gums, which are essential to a beautiful and healthy smile. So, why not take time to learn more about your oral health, and the simple preventive steps that can be taken to better protect it between dental cleanings? After all, protecting your smile should be a top priority. Luckily it doesn’t have to be a complicated or even time-consuming task! (more…)
Do Your Kids Need to See the Dentist?
Do you ever wonder how important dental care really is for kids? Many parents have questions about the necessity of routine dental care for young children, and even the function of baby teeth, in general. Unfortunately, this can actually contribute to lifelong struggles with poor oral health, since the habits children form will either serve them well, or poorly, for years to come. Baby teeth are an important part of one’s oral health, in general. So, as a parent, it is important that you teach your kids about the importance of good dental hygiene, healthy eating, and also that you take them for routine preventive visits with their family dentist, so they can enjoy beautiful and healthy smiles, as they grow. (more…)
Do You Have Questions About Dental Implants?
Losing your teeth can be an embarrassing problem. You may be tempted to hide your smile, but instead you should talk to a dentist. We can help replace a lost tooth with a lifelike prosthetic. Do you have questions about dental implants? How are they placed?
How Can You Better Care for Your Smile?
Sure, you brush your teeth twice a day, as recommended by your dentist? But do you sometimes worry that you should be doing even more to protect one of your greatest physical assets, your smile? If so, it is time to take a deeper look at what excellent oral care really requires, and whether or not you are taking all the steps necessary to truly keep your smile healthy. The good news is that proper preventive care is not complicated or even time consuming. It just requires some smart choices, both at-home and when visiting your general dentist. (more…)
Are You A Good Example for Your Kids?
Do you sometimes wonder if you are setting a good example for your kids? Particularly when it comes to your oral health, do you ever worry that you should perhaps be doing more to teach them about the importance of good dental hygiene, and the need for professional care? While it is important to make sure your kids brush and floss their own teeth, make sure you are also setting a great example, as a parent, of what it means to carefully care for your smile, and also why it is so important to do so! Dental checkups and cleanings are essential preventive care, of course, but there are also important steps you can take at home to be a great dental role model. (more…)
Does Your Smile Need Restorative Treatment?
Are you suffering from sensitivity, lately, when you try to enjoy your meals or even drinks? From discomfort while trying to enjoy a cup of coffee, to downright pain when taking a bite of dessert, dental discomfort can make once enjoyable daily activities a source of frustration and embarrassment, instead. Fortunately, that doesn’t have to be the case forever. Restorative dental treatment makes it possible to bounce back from many dental problems, often quickly and with confidence-inducing results. So if you suspect or know you are currently struggling with an issue like a cavity, why not speak with your dentist about how restorative treatment like a dental filling or dental crown could help you get back to enjoying your life, and meals, once again? (more…)
Dentist-Approved Treats for Halloween
Are your kids already getting excited about Halloween fun, namely the many doors they’ll knock on for tricks, or treats? As a parent, are you feeling less than excited about the prospect of them binging on sugary treats, much less handing them out, yourself, at either your home or a Halloween bash? This year, why not stick to family dentist-approved alternatives to sugary treats, that way both you and your kids can smile about the fun items you’ll be handing out, knowing you won’t be putting their smiles in jeopardy? (more…)
Can Your Smile Be Restored Seamlessly?
When you suspect you are struggling with a dental issue, it is important to seek restorative treatment promptly. Quick treatment can help to restore your comfort and confidence after a dental issue like a cavity, but it can also prevent the need for more extensive restoration, such as root canal therapy. While the teeth are strong, they cannot repair themselves the way the skin can, for instance. So if you are diagnosed with a dental cavity, often diagnosed through the use of an x-ray, a dental filling is a great smile solution, one that can help get you back to enjoying your normal activities without the discomfort associated with cavities. If you have other dental issues, a crown might be a wonderful, seamless smile restoration. (more…)
Can More Be Done to Protect Your Kids’ Smiles?
Are you worried about your kids’ smiles? Many children struggle with dental decay, which can pose problems for their overall oral health, and can also cause discomfort. Fortunately, many dentists provide special preventive treatments with kids in mind, namely dental sealants that can help protect against acidic erosion that could lead to cavities. Combined with routine preventive visits to the family dentist, and some healthy habits formed at-home, these sealants can help better protect your children’s smiles, allowing them to enjoy better oral health as they grow! (more…)
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