A dental filling is commonly used to repair a tooth that suffers from a small cavity or a minor dental fracture. They are securely bonded to the surrounding tooth enamel to restore your normal oral function. Yet it is possible for poor oral hygiene to gradually threaten a dental filling’s... Read more »
The appearance of your smile plays an important role for your self-confidence, self-esteem, and your social life. This is especially true for people who work in an industry requiring a lot of face-to-face interaction. If your smile has been afflicted by cosmetic imperfections, like chips, stains, discolored fillings or discoloration,... Read more »
Cavities occur when the natural bacteria in your mouth exploit the tooth enamel. This is often a result of poor oral hygiene or enamel erosion caused by acidic foods and beverages. If a cavity is not repaired in short order it can spread to compromise a significant amount of tooth... Read more »
A confident smile begins with a healthy mouth, that means keeping your pearly whites and gums in top notch condition. If you have had a tooth extracted due to a severe crack, fracture or advanced tooth decay, it can seriously impair the full function of your mouth. In a situation... Read more »
A crown represents a significant investment in the form and function of your tooth. When properly cared for, it has the potential to last a lifetime. While a crown is not subject to tooth decay like the enamel of your natural teeth, it will require regular brushing and flossing. Over... Read more »
If one or more of the teeth in your smile has been damaged by chips or small fractures and you are interested in having it cosmetically restored. For some people dental veneers can improve imperfections in your smile. However, if one or more teeth have extensive damage in the enamel... Read more »
Healthy teeth allow us to eat nutrient-rich foods. While removable dentures may resemble the appearance of real teeth, unfortunately, they aren’t nearly as effective at their primary role: chewing food. Malnutrition is sometimes a problem among denture-wearers because they find eating with replacement teeth to be uncomfortable or even painful.... Read more »
A crack or deep fracture in the enamel of one of your teeth is often a serious problem that demands immediately attention. Beyond the pain you will experience, if the tooth is not restored in short order it can develop serious tooth decay problems that could even lead to or... Read more »
