Do You Have a Cracked Molar?
Blog Highlights Molars are especially prone to cracks and fractures A cracked molar can be extremely painful or it may result in little to no pain If your dentist determines that the crack is serious, you will need to get treatment Molars are especially prone to cracks and fractures due to their function and position […]
Cracked Tooth Syndrome
Blog Highlights Cracked tooth syndrome is a tricky dental issue to diagnose Cracked tooth syndrome can be caused by a number of things Symptoms often persist for months before a diagnosis is reached Cracked tooth syndrome is a tricky dental issue to diagnose. Cracked tooth syndrome is when your tooth cracks, but the crack is […]
Dentures
Blog Highlights Dentures are custom-made removable teeth There are three types of dentures It is important to take care of your dentures If you’ve lost your natural teeth due to an accident or age, it might be time to look into dentures. Dentures are custom-made removable teeth. They are built to fit your mouth and […]
Oral Health and Loneliness
Blog Highlights Poor oral health can lead to many disadvantages for older patients including loneliness Oral health and hygiene is incredibly important Ask your dentist today about how to maintain proper oral hygiene In today’s society, when holistic medicine or treating the whole person is becoming more and more popular, it is worth noting that […]
Early Orthodontics: Braces for Children
Blog Highlights: Orthodontic treatment can be performed on children as young as age 6 Some conditions require early treatment to avoid long-lasting issues It is important to help children take good care of their teeth while they have braces Orthodontic treatment is usually reserved for older children, teenagers, and adults; however, in some cases, young […]
Early Orthodontics: Other Procedures
Blog Highlights: Other early intervention orthodontic treatments may be used when the child is still young The palatal expander is a device that helps expand a child’s upper dental arch Space maintainers can help keep proper teeth alignment In addition to early braces, other early intervention orthodontic treatments may be used when the child is […]
Secondhand Smoke and Children’s Teeth
Blog Highlights Based on recent research, secondhand smoke may cause cavities According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cavities are one of the most prevalent diseases among children More research needs to be conducted to confirm the link between secondhand smoke and cavities It is commonly known that smoking can have a negative […]
Effects of Smoking on Teeth and How to Break the Habit
Blog Highlights: Smoking can make it nearly impossible to maintain a healthy, white smile A dental patient who smokes is more likely to get oral cancer It is never too late to quit smoking and work towards oral health In recent years it has become common knowledge that smoking is bad for your health, but […]