Enjoy The Notable Change Brought On By Teeth Whitening

How would you like to show off a smile that is notably whiter? People face the threat of dental discoloration from several different sources. Many popular foods and drinks can leave behind particles in our enamel, which will interfere with their brightness over time. People who use tobacco products, or have a previous history with them, are also at risk for problems. With a professional teeth whitening treatment, you can make big improvements by addressing those bothersome stains. With professional agents, it becomes possible to target staining particles store bought products consistently fail to treat. (more…)

Healthy Smiles Over The Holidays

Healthy Smiles Over The HolidaysThe holidays can mean different things to different families. For many people, the routine of daily life may go out the window. The kids may be out of school, while the adults may have some extra time out of the office. Along with the routine by the wayside, there are sugary treats everywhere. Candy canes strewn about, cookies in the oven, and even sugar plum fairies dancing in our heads. A lot of people to just throw in the towel to self-care through the holidays to just start fresh in the new year. While the holidays should be fun, there are some ways to keep your smile healthy at this time of year.  (more…)

I Think I Have A Cavity

I Think I Have A CavityTooth decay and cavities are incredibly common in both children and adults. According to the National Institute of Health, the only thing more common than tooth decay is the common cold. You do your best to protect your smile by brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist regularly, but cavities can still happen. How do you notice the signs of a cavity? Do you know why it is important to treat a cavity early?  (more…)

Busy? A Same-Day Crown Saves Time

Busy? A Same-Day Crown Saves TimeThe health of your smile is important. While you should take the time to take care of your teeth, you should also leave plenty of time for the important things in your life, like your family, friends, etc. Traditional methods of placing a dental crown meant taking a mold of your tooth and bite to send to a third-party lab. This method could take weeks while you wore a temporary crown. Investments in advanced dental technology have made it so that you can get your crown created and placed in a single visit to your dentist(more…)

Making The Most Of Dental Benefits

Making The Most Of Dental BenefitsIt’s that time of year: the air starts to get a little cooler, holiday decorations are going up, Christmas music is in the air, and it’s getting close to the expiration of your dental benefits. Most dental plan benefits will run out by December 31st. According to the National Association of Dental Plans, only 2.8% of patients with PPO dental plan participants will actually reach or exceed annual maximum of their plans. Check with the specifics of your dental insurance plan, but most people’s benefits will not run over into 2018. If you are not using the maximum of your benefits, you could be leaving money on the table.   (more…)

Root Canal Treatment Spells Relief

Root Canal Treatment Spells Relief If you have ever had a toothache, you know how terrible they can be. A toothache can be incredibly painful and debilitating. A toothache can be caused by different reasons ranging from a cavity to a broken tooth even to sinus issues. When a toothache is caused by an infection inside of your tooth’s inner pulp, a root canal treatment may become necessary. The words “root canal treatment” may conjure up a certain level of fear in the pit of your stomach. Thanks to modern dentistry techniques, root canal treatments are often no more painful than the toothache they are relieving.  (more…)

Are You Grinding Your Teeth?

Are You Grinding Your Teeth? Do you often wake up with a headache, sore teeth, or an achy jaw? Do you ever notice that you clench your jaw throughout the day? If you said yes to either of these questions, you may be grinding your teeth. Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, usually occurs while you are sleeping. Bruxism can cause damage to your teeth and increase your risk of tooth decay. It can lead to frequent headaches. Bruxism can also increase your risk of developing temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. TMJ disorder can lead to jaw popping, pain, and lockjaw. Treating teeth grinding is important to prevent these types of issues from causing oral health problems.

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Reasons An Extraction May Be Needed

Reasons An Extraction May Be NeededMany major dental procedures, like a dental extraction, can often be prevented by maintaining good oral health or by treating problems early. A common reason for a necessary dental extraction is severe decay or infection. Both of which can be detected early enough to treat and sometimes reverse, especially if you maintain your regular dental visits. An extraction may be necessary if a tooth has been damaged to the point of no return. If a tooth was damaged in an accident or injury, it is not something that can be treated with good oral health. However, some tooth damage can be the result of cavities, bruxism, or other treatable situations.  (more…)

Halloween Tips For A Healthy Smile

Halloween Tips For A Healthy SmileSince September, the Halloween candy and decoration aisles have been in the drug stores and grocery stores. Your kids have probably been bringing candy home from school with them. Your office may be filled with bowls of candy. Since this is the last week before Halloween, there is probably even more candy everywhere. How do you keep these treats from tricking your teeth? How do keep smiles healthy even with all this sugary temptation running amok. Moderation is an important part of keeping smiles healthy. Complete deprivation usually does not work and often leads to hiding a candy habit from everyone else. We have created a list of tips to keep you and your family’s smiles healthy this Halloween.  (more…)