Each and every day your mouth interacts with your environment whenever you laugh, speak, eat, and breathe. You may not think about it much, but this exposure means that bacteria and other outside elements are in constant contact with your oral cavity. This is why practicing a rigorous hygiene routine is critical to protecting the […]
When was the last time you made an appointment with your dentist for a general checkup and cleaning? By staying on top of a biannual visitation schedule, you give yourself the best support for maintaining a healthy smile. At each of your visits, your dentist can inspect the results of your oral hygiene efforts at […]
Losing one of your teeth can cause serious frustrations that you least expect. Not only does this event affect your appearance and cause possible feelings of embarrassment, but your everyday functional ability suffers well. Activities such as speaking, biting, and chewing become more difficult as you strain your jaw around the new hole in your […]
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When you grind or clench your teeth throughout the night, damage to your enamel puts you at risk for decay, and disease, and shifts the alignment of your bite. Although the occasional biting of your teeth can be quite normal, when this behavior known as bruxism becomes habitual, it can quickly threaten your oral health. […]
Are you as happy with the current color of your teeth as you could be? If their shade is beginning to dull or you are taking on stains from food and drink, you may feel embarrassed to show your smile. Issues with discoloration can rapidly age the appearance of an otherwise relatively youthful-looking person. Some […]
The bacterial infection of your gums known as periodontal disease is the number one cause of missing teeth for adults. This is because your gingival tissues play a primary role in securing your teeth to your jaw, but when the disease advances, this connection can falter. As the gums recede and your bone disintegrates, teeth […]
Are you staying on top of regular visits to your dentist for checkups and cleanings? If it has been a while since your last appointment, we suggest scheduling a visit twice per year. Routine examination allows us to inspect the health of your mouth and assist the oral hygiene practices you perform at home. Your […]
If you have recently lost one of your teeth, you know how disruptive this event can be to your normal life. Everyday activities like eating, speaking, and breathing can cause significant pain as you awkwardly shift your jaw to avoid touching the gap in your smile. The loss of a single tooth interrupts the harmony […]
If you grind and clench your teeth consistently, you risk losing the protection of your enamel and significantly altering the alignment of your bite. While many people occasionally bite or rub their teeth together, the habit becomes a real danger when it occurs every night while you are asleep. As your enamel physically wears away, […]
Is your smile as bright as it once was in years past? When teeth begin to dull in appearance, it is quite normal to have feelings of embarrassment or lose enthusiasm for showing your smile off to others. When your natural shade changes, you may take on a prematurely aged appearance. Even as you perform […]
