Porcelain inlays and porcelain onlays are dental restorations or indirect fillings created to restructure a tooth’s anatomy and function so it looks and feels like a whole, natural tooth. Similar to a metal filling, this more aesthetically appealing option can strengthen teeth and replace old or damaged fillings. Designed to last for decades when properly… Continue reading
Did you know that according to the U.S. Census Bureau the average American chews 1.8 pounds of chewing gum a year? Such a large amount of chewing gum per person proves that gum chewing is a well liked past time of many Americans. If you have a sweet tooth and have trouble passing up a… Continue reading
You may or may not be aware of the fact that poor oral health and hygiene are currently recognized as major risk factors for pneumonia among the elderly. A new study suggests that elderly patients who sleep in their dentures may be at an increased risk for developing pneumonia. The study was conducted by researchers… Continue reading
It is important to realize that people who live with or have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes typically have more problems with their teeth and gums than people without the disease. Being prone to oral infections can cause complications for diabetic patients. Below is a list of tips and actions to help patients with… Continue reading
If you have heard your dentist or friends mention Opalescence teeth whitening and you were wondering what Opalescence is all about, here are a few quick facts and benefits of Opalescence. Opalescence is a dentist- prescribed take home teeth whitening system, on-the-go whitening system or in office teeth whitening procedure. Different dentists offer one or… Continue reading
Are you are tired of your crooked teeth? Are you fed up with using whitening toothpaste and over the counter whitening strips that are not giving you the bright white smile you were hoping for? You deserve more, and so does your smile. Cosmetic dentistry offers dental patients more and more opportunities to correct imperfect… Continue reading
Tis’ the season to be jolly! With the holiday season upon use comes many occasions to enjoy alcoholic treats such as eggnog, spiced cider, wine and beer. However, if you are concerned about protecting your oral health, you will want to moderate your alcohol consumption this holiday season. This is because there is also a… Continue reading
Christmas is right around the corner. That means that Santa and his elves are watching every move you make to see if you should be on the “Naughty” or “Nice” list this year. Santa is very concerned about your dental hygiene and your dental health. Will your dental hygiene land you on the “Nice” list… Continue reading
If you have one or more missing teeth and need a reliable permanent solution for tooth replacement you may want to learn more about the effectiveness of dental implants. Unlike other temporary tooth replacement options like dentures, partials or bridges, dental implants offer permanent replacement teeth that look, function and feel like natural teeth. The… Continue reading
Cavities, also called dental caries are the largest common chronic childhood disease. Recent findings now point to studies that have found cavities to be contagious as an infectious disease. Sound crazy? I have a question for all of you mothers out there. How many of you have cleaned off your child’s pacifier by putting it… Continue reading