Dental Blog

If you want a healthy smile, then good oral hygiene is important all the time, but never more so when you’re having orthodontic treatment. When you wear braces, your oral hygiene routine is even more critical, because wearing any dental appliance increases the risk of food and bacteria becoming trapped around your teeth.

Did you know that 69% of Americans from ages 35 to 44 have lost at least one permanent tooth? There can be many causes for losing a tooth. Teeth can be lost in accidents or sports injuries. Tooth decay can be responsible, as can periodontal disease or oral cancer. Whatever the reason for tooth loss, someone with missing teeth may be a candidate for traditional or mini dental implants. Dental implants are dental tooth replacements that can also align teeth, provide a healthy mouth and bite, and offer a great smile.

Chances are you have heard of Invisalign. However, you probably don’t fully understand what Invisalign is really all about and why it is garnering such significant hype. Invisalign straightens smiles quicker, more easily, and also in a manner that is more aesthetically pleasing than other options such as braces.

When you first think about Botox, you may well think about Hollywood celebrities getting shots so they can look younger for longer. Botox might not sound like something ordinary people might use.

Have you been dealing with crooked or crowded teeth or a poorly aligned bite? Maybe you think you’re too old for orthodontic treatment, it can be valuable for people of any age and the results are about more than just aesthetics. Crowding of the teeth or teeth that overlap can be hard to clean and that can lead to tooth decay and periodontal disease.

Everyone dreams of having a straight, beautiful smile. Unfortunately, many people suffer from having misaligned or crooked teeth. The embarrassment of having to hide your smile not only impacts your self-esteem and dental health but can also change how others interact with you.

If your doctor eventually diagnoses you with sleep apnea, you might be surprised to learn your dentist has a number of effective treatment options. Let's take a quick look at the different ways dentists treat sleep apnea.

Many adults in the U.S. have some form of gum disease, a condition that ranges from inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) to the more serious problems of periodontitis and advanced periodontitis.

When it comes to dental discoloration, you are not alone. Millions of people around the world are affected by teeth discoloration to varying degrees. Even people who brush, floss, and make regular visits to the dentist find that environmental factors, food, and even time can take a toll on your once natural radiance.

Oral cancer screenings are designed to detect the early signs of the disease before it becomes more advanced. They are important because oral cancer can be successfully treated if diagnosed early.