Space maintainers are beneficial appliances that help your children grow into the smile they need. If your child loses a tooth prematurely, it is important to keep that space open so the permanent tooth can grow in properly. If your child doesn’t use a space...
Are you scared of the dental office? If so, this is the perfect blog for you! Our dental team wants you to feel as comfortable as possible while you are at our office, and we are happy to help you by recommending the following things: • Bring someone you love and...
There are times when a tooth, though meant to last a lifetime, becomes badly damaged. This damage sometimes is beyond repair, requiring a dentist or oral surgeon to remove the tooth. There are several reasons why a dentist will remove a tooth, but here are some of the...
When you walk through the pharmaceutical section of a grocery store, you will see rows and rows of medicines. There are all sorts of drugs—from prescription to over-the-counter—used to treat illnesses. However, though these drugs may help some parts of the body, they...
Children are constantly growing and changing from their head to their toes. One of these changes occurs in the mouth when children lose their baby teeth and grow permanent ones. If your child’s teeth have started to loosen, you may wonder what is the best way to pull...
Types Of Dentistry Periodontics: This branch deals with gum health. The word “peri” is Greek for “near, around, surround,” which is the relation of gums to teeth. Orthodontics: This branch deals with straightening teeth with the use of braces. The word “ortho” is...
Fluoride is a mineral that does much for your dental health. It has been called “nature’s cavity fighter” because it prevents, and can even reverse, tooth decay. In fact, water fluoridation has reduced tooth decay in the U.S. by 25%. However, too much fluoride...
Everyone knows that smoking tobacco negatively affects the overall health of our bodies. The addictive use of these chemicals harms tissues, bones, and can increase the risk of cancers. Just like smoking effects general health, it can affect oral health too. Effects...
Whether it is because you grind your teeth when you sleep, you got hit in the mouth with a volleyball, or you suffer from gum disease, loose teeth are never goods things to have as an adult. How can you fix your loose tooth? Only a Little Loose If your tooth is only a...
Have you ever had a toothache while you were on an airplane? Was it just an example of very unfortunate timing, or was there a legitimate medical reason behind this airborne affliction? It’s not just a coincidence. There is a good reason. If you’ve had a dental...
