Some wear and tear will inevitably affect your teeth – after all, they are routinely dealing with biting and chewing forces. That being said, an excessive degree of wear and tear can lead to cosmetic problems, and leave teeth weakened. One cause of excess wear and tear is bruxism, or a habit of teeth grinding. People who have this habit are often grinding their teeth while they sleep. Have you been waking up to dental soreness and sensitivity? If so, you could be dealing with this issue. Your dentist can help by providing you with support for bruxism and TMJ dysfunction, which may be associated with your teeth grinding habit. (more…)
Can A Bonding And Contouring Treatment Improve Your Smile?
Chips, cracks, and other flaws can create serious issues with your smile. It only takes one unsightly tooth to throw off the symmetry of your appearance. If you want to combat this problem, you can talk to your dentist about cosmetic dental work. When a problem tooth is not impaired functionally, it often falls to cosmetic treatment to make improvements. A bonding and contouring procedure allows your dentist to make exact changes, and make your smile look terrific. In many cases, it will be possible to complete a bonding and contouring procedure in just a single appointment! (more…)
Is Your Oral Health In Jeopardy Because Of Tartar?
How can the presence of tartar affect your oral health? Tartar forms when plaque is left behind on your teeth. Over time, the substance will cause continued harm to your smile, and raise the likelihood that you will suffer a cavity, or develop gum disease. Unfortunately, once plaque hardens to tartar, your brushing and flossing efforts will not be enough to rid it from your smile. However, your hygienist can remove it during a routine dental cleaning. In addition to identifying active oral health threats, your preventive dental care will include an important cleaning, which will lower your risk for problems in the future. (more…)
Quiz: Effective Anti-Cavity Measures You Can Take
Could you be doing more to prevent cavities from forming? A combination of smart daily habits and regular dental exams can be highly effective at protecting your smile from decay. Make sure you brush at least two times, taking the time and care to fully clean your teeth. You should also make sure you floss, as this action enables you to reach areas your toothbrush can fail to reach. These actions, combined with a smart diet that limits sugar, will make it easier to prevent problems, meaning your checkups will end in good news from your dentist. (more…)
Taking Care Of Your Smile After A Cavity Treatment
If you discover that you have a cavity, you may start to question your dental routine. If you feel that your brushing and flossing habits have been too lax, or that your diet contains too much sugar, improvements can certainly be beneficial. Being more attentive to the impact of your daily habits can have a real effect on the condition of your smile. Take time to talk to your dentist about smart cavity prevention after a restorative dental treatment. When you implement smart improvements, you can reduce the risk that you will find yourself in the dentist’s chair again, receiving another dental filling or dental crown. (more…)
Take Action To Restore An Incomplete Smile
Living with an incomplete smile means putting up with difficulties with eating, and possibly speaking. It can also mean feeling self-conscious about how you look when you smile. Over time, there are other problems you may begin to deal with. Your risk for losing more teeth will go up if you leaving missing teeth without a replacement, and you may develop problems with your jaw joints. Your dentist can restore your incomplete smile, and help you once again enjoy the functional and cosmetic benefits of a complete set of teeth. Many patients can count on expert support from a dental bridge, but those who have suffered a total loss of upper or lower teeth can require dentures. (more…)
Putting A Stop To Chronic Pain Stemming From TMJ Issues
Different patients will experience problems with their temporomandibular joints (TMJs) for different reasons. An injury may have affected the alignment of these joints, or they may be arthritic. It is possible that malocclusion has left you with an improper bite alignment, which can lead to problems. If you are suffering TMJ dysfunction, make sure you alert your dentist. They can provide you with care that will help you alleviate discomfort. If you have related teeth grinding issues, your dentist can help protect your smile against the harm this habit can cause. (more…)
