Wisdom teeth

can literally give you a second opportunity to have "new" adult teeth that look, feel and function just like the real thing, but getting them may take time. While the implants are well worth the process you go through, you don't want complications at any point in that process caused by neglect or error on your part. This is an investment worth protecting and you should be vigilant about oral care from start to finish, when your new teeth are implanted. The following information will help to…

treatments, protective sealants, prophylaxis, teeth cleaning, oral maintainance, crown and bridges, tooth color restorations,…

Nonsurgical Gum Disease Treatment If you are suffering from gum disease, we have a nonsurgical option in the form of scaling and root planing. Scaling and root planing is a gentle deep cleaning of your teeth that not only cleans above the gums but also below the gums down to the roots of your teeth. We also offer Periogard oral rinse and probiotics that can help fight gum disease without requiring surgery. If it is determined that you need surgery to treat your gum disease, you will be referred…

1. Fillings Could Be Doing More Harm Than Good A recent study by the Nordic Institute of Dental Materials in Oslo, Norway has brought to light the damages inflicted on surrounding teeth when a cavity is filled. No matter what materials are used, the procedure causes surface abrasions to other teeth and the study suggests that damage is leading to decay, which leads to more cavities, which in turn leads to even more fillings. You might think news like this, also supported by research from the…

looked at someone who has perfectly straight, white teeth and wished that your teeth were just as straight and just as white? More than likely, those pearly whites were not the ones they were born with. You can have that look too! Cosmetic dentistry has become common practice, as more and more men and women across the country are looking for ways to improve their smile. There are a number of procedures used for improving the look of your teeth, but for now, let's focus on veneers. What are…

close contact with others seems to be enough to transmit S. mutans.”4 S. mutans generally thrives on hard surfaces which means it usually is not found in infants with no teeth and generally disappears when all teeth are extracted.7 However, a recent study verified the growth of S. mutans on furrows of the tongue in infants with no teeth.5 How Streptococcus mutans causes dental caries. S. mutans is the main initiator of dental caries in human subjects because of a variety of factors. First, S.…

out of three Americans have at least one missing tooth. Having missing teeth can easily cause people to feel self-conscious, so they stop smiling. But thanks to dental implants, dental patients are smiling, again. Dental implants serve as artificial tooth roots, so that replacement teeth have a permanent base. These are metal posts or frames that are inserted underneath the gums and into the jawbone. If you have missing teeth, here are some of the advantages of dental implants, in addition to…

You may be experiencing temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or TMD. We offer custom mouthguards designed to adjust the position of the jaw to alleviate your discomfort. We can also use guards to treat bruxism (teeth grinding and clenching). Many times, this noninvasive therapy is enough — however, for complicated cases, a TMJ specialist may be required. Make An…

around your teeth and gum line can lead to dental diseases like gingivitis and periodontal. In order to prevent this, your dentist may suggest a debridement procedure. A debridement procedure involves using an ultrasonic device or saline solution to remove any plaque buildup. Both methods are effective at reaching hard to access areas and removing any bacteria and plaque. Since a debridement is considered to be a deep cleaning procedure the procedure is more aggressive than a typical teeth…

the purposes are protecting the teeth that have been prepared for a final restoration, covering exposed dentin to prevent tooth sensitivity, cavities, plaque buildup and pulp problems. Indications for provisional coverages are to prevent or reduce sensitivity and discomfort of the prepared tooth and surrounding areas, to maintain the esthetics and function of the tooth, to protect the margins of the preparation and to prevent shifting of adjacent or opposing teeth. Many…