Restorative treatments from your dentist can fix crucial issues with your oral health. If you need to treat an ongoing issue with a tooth, you should know that your dentist can provide a remedy that will not significantly affect your appearance. A tooth-colored resin filling can provide a discreet dental restoration. There are also materials available to construct a durable dental crown that has the appearance of a natural tooth. You can work with your dentist to ensure that your appearance is not compromised after receiving treatment on an afflicted tooth. (more…)
Grinding Your Teeth? Your Dentist Can Help
Habitual teeth grinding, often referred to as bruxism, can contribute to several oral health concerns. The force that teeth grinding places on your teeth can leave them dull, and can even cause damage. The pressures exerted by your jaw when you clench your teeth can also lead to TMJ dysfunction. Sufferers of bruxism typically grind their teeth more often while they sleep, and do not realize that they are doing it at all. If you feel you exhibit signs of bruxism, you should talk to your dentist. (more…)
Dental Remedies For Damaged Teeth
If you have a tooth, or several teeth, harmed in an accident, it is important that you visit your dentist. Physical trauma can affect a tooth’s color, make it vulnerable to infection, and leave unsightly signs of damage. A root canal treatment can ensure that the tooth has not become infected after an injury, and a dental crown can restore a tooth that is too damaged to function. There are a range of cosmetic and restorative treatments that your dentist can perform, in order to restore a damaged tooth. (more…)
Dental Checkups Help Keep Teeth In Top Shape
The care you provide for your teeth at home can play a big part in your overall oral health. However, even if you brush and floss diligently, you should schedule regular visits with your dentist. A routine examination allows your dentist to inspect your mouth, teeth, and gums for signs of trouble you can easily miss. The cleaning provided by your hygienist employs tools that can remove stubborn bacteria you may not be able to remove, no matter how hard you try on your own. Regular checkups can be especially important for children, as your dentist can provide special treatments that help them maintain their oral health. (more…)
Do You Want A Brighter Smile?
When you look in the mirror how do you feel about your smile? Do you feel embarrassed because of unsightly discoloration on your teeth? Do you want a brighter smile? If so, then you may be interested in professional teeth whitening. With a cosmetic treatment the dentist can help you erase discoloration and enjoy a more attractive smile.
A Dental Filling Can Help You Cope with That Cavity
Ouch. Have you been experiencing pain when you try to bite into your favorite flavor of ice cream? Are mornings spent wincing while you try to sip your extra hot latte? If so, you could be suffering from a cavity. While no one wants to hear that he or she has developed a cavity, there is good news. Modern dentistry makes it possible to cope with a cavity in a way that won’t wreck your smile. In fact, tooth-colored dental fillings provide a way to seamlessly restore a smile affected by a cavity, so you can move past the sensitivity and discomfort, and get back to enjoying a healthy smile and all your favorite things! (more…)
Do You Need A Filling Or A Crown?
Do you have an aching tooth? If so, this may be a warning sign of a cavity, which means your tooth has become damaged or decayed. In order to address the issue you need a dental restoration. We offer two different options for restoring the health and function of a tooth. Do you need a filling or a crown?