If you are suffering from persistent dental discomfort, you could be experiencing one of the common signs of a cavity affecting your tooth enamel. We encourage you to visit the dentist every six months to receive important dental checkups to detect any cavities before they deeply affect the tooth enamel and reach the vulnerable inner structures of the tooth. Visiting... read more »
Tooth discoloration can be caused by many things, including eating dark foods and drinking dark beverages, oral trauma, and age. Although tooth discoloration is quite common, it doesn’t mean it’s convenient. In fact, if you suffer from tooth discoloration, you likely feel self-conscious about the appearance of your smile and you likely have a lower self-esteem. Well, our dentists, Dr.... read more »
Caring for your smile often includes a risk assessment to determine if any dental damage is occurring. In many cases, you may be suffering from oral health ailments such as gum disease and not even know it. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, occurs when there is an infection of your gums. To determine if the disease is... read more »
If you are looking for a smile makeover and wish to do so without removing any teeth, it may be possible to save severely damaged or broken teeth. Even teeth that may be on the fast track for extraction could potentially be saved through the use of a dental crown. Dental crowns are highly effective because they can completely... read more »
If you wish to drastically enhance the look of a tooth, there are numerous treatments to consider. One highly effective option that tends to be popular is dental bonding. Dental bonding applies materials directly to the surfaces of teeth that are tooth-colored in appearance, so they will blend in easily. With a dental bond, you can effectively treat a... read more »
Gum disease, which may be the most widespread oral condition we see, impacts about half of the total number of adults in the U.S. While a lot of what causes gum disease comes down to which food choices we make, there are also multiple risk factors you should be cognizant of. Here are some of them you can review. The... read more »
No one wants to hurt when they eat ice cream or other cold foods and drinks. If you’ve been dealing with sensitive teeth, read today’s blog to seek out the relief you desire! There are a few culprits in tooth sensitivity, which includes: - Enamel Breakage, which can be caused from tooth decay, fractured tooth structure, and worn-away enamel or... read more »
Undiagnosed and untreated tooth decay will continue to advance across a tooth until it has compromised the dental structure. You may begin to experience tooth sensitivity and dental pain as a result of bacteria infiltrating the nerve of the tooth. When tooth decay reaches the inner portion of the tooth, root canal therapy may be the only option to save... read more »
Mouthwash is a great oral hygiene tool that can help you reach your smile and oral health goals. As you use the product, it’s best to follow the instructions for the best results possible and also avoid swallowing it. Now, sometimes the rinse is accidentally swallowed. If this happens to you, our dentist, Dr. David Solomon, is happy to tell... read more »
Can you cure dry mouth? Regrettably, curing dry mouth is not possible. We're terribly sorry if you're suffering from dry mouth, and we will do all we can to aid you manage it. The following are a few things you should know about xerostomia. The goal of xerostomia treatment is to detect its causes, address them and avoid further complications.... read more »