Gum disease is a common problem that our dentist and team see all too often. It is an inflammation of the gum tissue that damages your teeth and can affect the supporting bones. In its earliest stages, gum disease can often be corrected with scaling and root planing before it causes irreversible harm to your smile. One of the common... read more »

If you have noticed that your child’s molars and premolars have some deep pits and fissures, know that these formations are normal and attribute to grinding down the tough foods your child eats. However, these areas can increase your child’s risk of tooth decay because they are difficult to properly clean. A child whose back teeth are hard to clean... read more »

How often do you wash your mouth guard? Do you ever clean your mouth guard after it's been in for a while, and rinse out your mouth both before and after inserting a mouth guard? Are you using any forms to clean devices on the mouth guard and are your storing storing them in a safe location to ensure can... read more »

There is an entire branch of dentistry designed to enhance the look of your smile. This branch of dentistry is known as cosmetic dentistry and provides numerous treatments and procedures, which are often solely designed to restore and repair your smile and enhance its look. If you are in need of a cosmetic dentistry treatment, it is important to be... read more »

If you have a cavity in a back tooth, then an amalgam filling or one made of gold will serve you well. Those fillings are very strong, and since your back teeth handle a great deal of pressure, those gold or amalgam are great choices. But if you have a cavity in a tooth that is easily seen by others,... read more »

If you sometimes forget to brush your teeth twice each day or you have a bad habit of forgetting to floss, it could leave excess bacterial deposits on your teeth. In time this could increase your chances of suffering a cavity. If an area of tooth decay goes untreated for too long there might not be sufficient healthy tooth enamel... read more »

The holidays are busy, fun, and right around the corner! Check to see if you are following these principles to make sure you have a tooth-healthy holiday season. Brush: Remember, you should brush your teeth for two minutes, twice a day. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush that is no more than 3-4 months old. If your family hasn’t replaced toothbrushes in... read more »

Your brushing habits are only as good as the toothbrush you are using. If the brush is frayed or worn out, it will be ineffective. If it is old, it will likely be full of bacteria and needs to be replaced.   Taking care of your toothbrush starts with having the right brush in the first place. Choose a toothbrush... read more »

Many adults in the United States have gum disease. Although it may be painless at first, if it is not treated, you can lose your teeth along with the mass in your jaw. There can also be serious complications for other systems in your body such as your respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Some of the symptoms of gum disease include... read more »

Plaque buildup and residual food particles that collect on your teeth near the gumline can gradually start to harden into tartar. This bacterial substance greatly increases your chances of developing gum inflammation and periodontal health problems. These needless conditions have become surprisingly common. In fact, The American Dental Association has estimated that nearly a third Americans over 30 years of... read more »