When people think of dental crowns, they often picture a fix for a cracked or weakened tooth. While that’s true, crowns do much more. They strengthen and protect teeth, enhance appearance, support bridges, and serve as the finishing touch for dental implants. Whether covering a damaged tooth or replacing a missing one, a well-made crown plays an important role in keeping a smile healthy and functional.
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to learn how one quick screening could help protect your health. Many people don’t realize oral cancer can develop with few or no symptoms early on, making regular exams essential for early detection. Keep reading to learn the facts and how you can stay proactive.
As the new year approaches, it’s a perfect time to consider ways to invest in your health. One important way to do this is by keeping up with routine dental cleanings and exams. Oral health is about more than having a bright smile—it plays a key role in supporting your overall wellness. Studies show that oral health can impact the rest of the body in surprising ways, making regular dental visits an essential part of your care routine.
It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away and the holiday season is almost here. With the upcoming festivities, there’s no better time to enhance your smile! While we offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry treatments, teeth whitening is a simple and effective way to make a positive change before holiday parties, family photos, or even a wedding.
Do you regularly experience discomfort in your jaw, and it is affecting your daily life? Or do you wake up with unexplained headaches every day? If so, you may be experiencing temporomandibular joint disorder. Unfortunately, many adults are never properly diagnosed, and their condition and symptoms remain untreated. We never want our patients to live a life of discomfort. We are proud to treat our patients’ TMD symptoms. Continue reading to learn more about this common condition, to see if you or a loved one may be suffering, and to learn more about the importance of receiving treatment.
When you are between appointments at our office, it is important to be mindful of your oral health. Be sure to visually inspect your teeth and gums for a sign or problem. A dental emergency or issue is never fun, but thankfully, our teeth often give a warning sign that there is a problem that needs to be checked in our office. These are some signs to be mindful of:
We don’t know about you, but we cannot believe the holiday season has come and gone and we are already in 2023! We always feel the beginning of a new year is a great time to evaluate your life and see where you can make any improvements or changes. The same is true for your oral health. We want our patients to have optimal oral health so they can avoid a dental problem or emergency in the near future. Accidents can happen at any time, so it is good to be informed of what to do in certain circumstances. Continue reading to learn more about what to do if you or a loved one experience a dental emergency.
With the holidays right around the corner, many of our patients are busy dealing with shopping, family events, and preparing to spend time with loved ones. During this busy time of year, we want to encourage our patients to still be mindful of their oral health. It is easy to get wrapped up in the holiday festivities and not care for your teeth properly. Unfortunately, this can lead to issues in the new year with decay and other dental concerns.
Does your smile need a little TLC? In most cases, your smile doesn’t look the same as when you were younger. Some of our patients have experienced trauma to the mouth or severe decay and may have issues such as chipped, cracked, broken, and missing teeth. With the new year right around the corner, there is no better time to learn how we can help improve your oral health. We provide a number of treatments that can restore the function and appearance of your smile. There is no better time to put yourself and your oral health first than at the start of a new year. Read on to learn more about how we can help your smile.
Do you frequently wake in the morning with jaw discomfort that you did not have when you went to sleep? Have you been dealing with frequent, unexplained headaches? If you have been noticing any of these symptoms on a regular basis, you may be grinding your teeth. Teeth grinding is when the upper and lower teeth are pushed together with firm pressure and often move back and forth. Bruxism is the technical term for teeth grinding and can happen when you are awake or asleep. If not addressed in a timely fashion, bruxism can lead to serious consequences with your oral health.
