If you have one or more missing teeth, there is no question that dental implants are the way to go in terms of restoring your smile. Dental implants have changed the face of modern dentistry. They have the ability to provide a tooth that not only looks real, but one that feels and functions naturally
Dental crowns are among the most widely used dental restorations. They are designed to “cap” a tooth that has become severely damaged, either by decay or trauma. These are cases in which a dental filling cannot effectively restore the strength and integrity of the damaged tooth. Most crowns last 10 to 15 years, and a
Morning breath is never appreciated but it is something we all deal with to some degree. While you may consider this foul odor an inevitable occurrence, it can be helpful to understand exactly what causes morning breath and how you can lessen it. There is no question that your breath smells different when you wake
With little sacrifice of your time and money, Zoom Whitening can give you dramatic results and numerous benefits towards a brighter, more confident smile. While avoiding stain-causing foods and drinks and maintaining diligent oral hygiene are the most practical steps towards whiter teeth, many patients want to erase stains and boost their smile appearance in
You may not think much about pH levels when it comes to your smile. However, pH plays a major role in your dental health. To reduce the presence of cavity causing bacteria, it is important to find ways to balance or neutralize the pH of your mouth. How can we change our oral pH? The
You may have heard the term “oil pulling” as one of the latest trends in home oral health care. By swishing around coconut oil for several minutes in your mouth, the idea is that the oil pulls microbes off of your teeth, which can act as a teeth whitener, halitosis treatment and even improve gingivitis.
Dental emergencies can be disruptive, painful and quite frightening, especially when they involve a knocked out tooth. If you have suffered a dental-related accident, you should get to a dentist as soon as possible. However, there are also some immediate steps you can take to increase your chances of saving the tooth. Yes, it is
The relationship between diabetes and your oral health is a two-way street. More specifically, it is the condition of your gums that can affect and be affected by your blood sugars. In other words, uncontrolled gum disease can lead to diabetes and uncontrolled diabetes can make it more difficult to stop gum disease. It is
Brushing your teeth is a task that you perform twice a day (we hope). This job is very important and one you can’t slack off on if you are trying to protect the health of your smile. Brushing your teeth requires following a few rules if you want to do it right. Keep your toothbrush
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