As Mouth Cancer Awareness Month unfolds, it's essential to shed light on this often underestimated yet significant health concern. Oral cancer affects thousands each year, making awareness and early detection crucial for saving lives. Our team strives to help patients of all ages achieve optimal oral health, part of which includes oral cancer screenings and patient education. In this blog, we'll uncover lesser-known facts about oral cancer, backed by credible sources, to provide ...
Smiles are universal. They transcend language barriers, cultural differences, and geographical distances. They are a simple yet powerful form of communication that can convey joy, warmth, and even empathy. But did you know that smiling isn't just a social nicety? It's also incredibly good for your physical and mental well-being. Are you unhappy with the appearance of your smile because of stained teeth, crooked teeth, gapped teeth, or another reason? An experienced and ...
A captivating smile reflects confidence and healthy teeth play a pivotal role in achieving it. However, life's wear and tear, accidents, or dental issues can sometimes leave our smiles in need of restoration. Enter dental crowns – versatile and natural-looking solutions that can revitalize your smile while ensuring both functionality and aesthetics. Let’s explore the world of dental crowns and how they can transform your smile into a work of art. We guarantee you ...
Modern cosmetic dentistry can completely transform a person’s individual teeth and overall smile. If you’re displeased with your smile because of chips, cracks, discoloration, odd spacing, overlapped teeth, or teeth that appear too large or small, a great cosmetic dentist can deliver the smile you want–the smile you’ll feel proud to share. In addition to strictly cosmetic treatments, natural-looking restorations and prosthetics may be part of your cosmetic treatment plan. Within ...
Oral health month is the perfect time for families to reevaluate their oral hygiene routines, schedule dental appointments, learn new ways to care for their teeth and gums, and create oral health goals. Cavities, gum disease, and bad breath affect people of all ages, but with proper care, these issues can be almost completely avoided. So, if you’re ready to get your oral health back on track, now is the opportune time! Check out ...
In recent years, dental implants have become the tooth replacement option of choice for dentists and patients alike. By replacing missing tooth roots, implants provide greater stability for large dental restorations, like bridges and dentures. And for both single-tooth replacement and multiple-tooth replacement, implants stimulate tissue regeneration and help to prevent jawbone recession. Nonetheless, for patients to enjoy the aesthetic, functional, and health benefits of dental implants, careful treatment planning is essential. Today’s implant ...
Do you have gaps in your smile because of missing teeth? Are you scheduled to undergo a dental extraction? If so, you are faced with the choice: to replace or not to replace. Our answer: ALWAYS replace missing teeth, with the exception of wisdom teeth. The benefits of replacing the teeth far outweigh the cons; we’ll talk more about this in the blog. Before making your final decision, talk with our experienced and trusted ...
Trying to decide between a dental crown and veneers, a tooth extraction, or a dental bridge? Each of these options provides numerous benefits as well as some disadvantages. Veneers are more for aesthetic benefits and a dental bridge can replace up to three missing teeth. Dental crowns, on the other hand, can be used to meet a variety of needs. A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that fits directly over a natural tooth that ...
We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. If that’s true, does it really matter what we eat, or does it just matter that we eat? Doctors, dieticians, dentists, and other health experts will tell you that what you eat for breakfast matters. You can’t have donuts and a caramel macchiato for breakfast most mornings and expect it not to affect your oral and overall health! According ...
Do you often feel as if your smile could use a little more tender, loving care? If so, then you’re not alone. Recent data suggests that an estimated 60% of people are unhappy with the appearance of their smiles, especially in pictures. But, a lackluster smile isn’t just embarrassing – it can be unhealthy, too. Luckily, you can address aesthetic and functional issues with a Smile Makeover. This comprehensive procedure combines cosmetic and restorative ...
