Do you know the important differences between full and partial dentures? Our team is happy to review both versions for optimal tooth replacement to help you better understand how they can restore your smile. Below we will review the main types of dentures, which are full and partial dentures, and the benefits they have to offer. Dentures replace missing teeth... read more »

October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »

If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »

When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »

When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

Is one of your front teeth damaged or heavily decayed? Have you been told that you may need a dental crown to bring back the tooth’s health and function? If so, you may not have to worry that you’ll have a metal crown in the middle of your smile. For a front tooth, if you’d like, we can offer you... read more »

Cancer is a word no one likes to hear. However, the threat of it looming can be much closer than you think if you are putting yourself at risk for it every day. Your oral health is an integral part of your overall health and can fall victim to oral cancer. If left untreated, you could be setting yourself up... read more »

If you are curious about how cavities come into being, we can help you there. We will briefly explain the how it happens and what you can do to prevent the issue. The source of the problem comes from bacteria that live in your mouth. These are the same bacteria that form into plaque, which we all wage a near... read more »

Are you familiar with dental veneers? Dental veneers are tooth restoration treatments that are designed to drastically improve the look of your smile. Even if you have only slight misalignments or visual imperfections that you wish to cover up, dental veneers and how they affect you are an option to consider. Because dental veneers are designed to cover up the... read more »

Inconsistent oral hygiene habits can do more than simply leave you with bad breath. Over time bacterial deposits and tartar in your mouth can lead to a buildup of plaque acids.   Over time the persistent acidic environment in your mouth can gradually start to erode the mineral strength of your tooth enamel. As the problem worsens your teeth could... read more »