We’d like to take a moment to clarify why it is so important to wear the retainer(s) given to you after your orthodontic treatment. These devices, which literally “retain” your teeth in their new and improved positions, are not just for kids. Anyone who has recently had their teeth moved through orthodontics needs to wear […]
Cat Cora is a world-class chef, restaurateur, best-selling author, and philanthropist on top of being the first female chef on the hit television show Iron Chef America. She is also the mother of four active young sons. And while all these important roles require her daily attention, she makes oral health a top priority for […]
According to NFL football legend Jerry Rice, “Football can be brutal—injuries, including those to the face and mouth, are a common risk for any player.” And if anyone should know, it would be Jerry. During an interview with Dear Doctor magazine, the retired NFL pro discussed his good fortune to have had just a few […]
Recent research has revealed a relationship between overall general health and proper care for your dentures. The evidence shows that oral bacteria have been implicated in bacterial endocarditis (“endo” – inside; “card” – heart), chronic obstructive pulmonary (lung) disease, generalized infections of the respiratory tract and other systemic diseases. This proves what you might not […]
Your son just crashed his skateboard and cracked a tooth, or maybe your daughter fell off the monkey bars at school and now has a chipped front tooth. For children, and some adults, repairing chipped or damaged teeth with tooth-colored restorative materials directly bonded to the teeth may be the perfect solution to restore their […]
If you’ve lost one or more of your teeth due to tooth decay, trauma, gum disease or a failed root canal, there are a variety of ways that our office can help you to restore your smile and increase your confidence. Crowns, conventional bridges and dentures aren’t your only options for replacing missing teeth. Dental […]
When you have your teeth bleached in a dental office, the results almost seem like magic. Let’s push aside the magician’s cape and see what is really happening in professionally-applied, in-office tooth whitening. How do teeth become discolored? A tooth’s enamel covering is mostly composed of mineral crystals. At a microscopic level, you can see […]
Porcelain laminate veneers are one of the innovative techniques dentistry has developed for restoring teeth to improve their color and shape so that they look as good as or better than the originals. What are porcelain veneers? Porcelain is a ceramic material that is baked in a high-heat oven until it becomes glass-like. Your grandmother’s […]
Years ago, if you hadn’t received braces by the time you finished high school odds are you would never pursue orthodontic treatment. Most adults wouldn’t have even dreamed of wearing braces! Thankfully, today, Invisalign clear aligners have quickly become a popular alternative for adults who have mild to moderate crowding or spacing of teeth. Unlike […]
Most dental treatment has a cosmetic aspect to it since in the act of “restoring” teeth they are made to look better. The word “cosmetic” comes from roots meaning, “to adorn, dress and embellish.” Here are some terms and cosmetic dental techniques that could change your smile. The best and easiest way to remove stains […]
