Gum disease is one of the most common dental health issues, which can make some patients believe it’s inevitable. However, despite the fact that it’s common, it’s highly preventable. Even if you develop gum disease and can’t cure it, you can control to prevent more serious complications from developing (including…
Patients who suffer chronic jaw pain, headaches, earaches, and more can often attribute their symptoms to some form of TMJ disorder. The dysfunction, which is named after the two large joints that control your jaw movement (TMJs), can lead to a host of symptoms that differ from patient to patient….
While everyone’s smile is unique, there are some dental issues that are common for everyone. For instance, everyone can experience teeth stains even if they keep their smiles healthy, and everyone could get a cavity if they slip even once in their dental hygiene and preventive care routines. Fortunately, everyone…
Most patients who lose teeth don’t hesitate for too long to replace them. With the advanced state of modern dental prostheses, including the highly lifelike porcelain that they’re often made of, patients can rebuild their smiles and, for the most part, forget that they lost one or more teeth. However,…
Dental bridges and dentures have long been a part of conventional dentistry because tooth loss has always been a significant problem. Today, they do more than just replace teeth; they also rebuild your confidence and bite function with the help of advanced technology and highly lifelike materials (like customizable porcelain)….
Root canals are most recognizable because of the treatment that involves restoring them. However, your tooth’s root canal is more than a vehicle for internal infection – it serves several vital purposes that are compromised whenever it becomes infected. Today, we take a look at the importance of your tooth’s…
Tooth decay affects over 90% of adults to some degree, but everyone’s condition is different. Tooth decay can range from the excessive erosion of your tooth enamel (the outer layer) to the severe infection of your tooth’s pulp (its inner chamber), and any stage between. Because each stage of decay…
While treatments like Invisalign® have revolutionized dental health care for many patients, the success of those treatments lies largely in the planning stage. For instance, when designing your Invisalign® treatment, we utilize the advanced iTero® 3D imaging system, which offers a more comprehensive view of your oral health than ever…
Dental sedation is most notable for its ability to help patients overcome serious cases of dental fear and phobia. This enables them to receive the care they need to prevent progressive dental issues and avoid needing more serious treatment later. However, even if you aren’t particularly anxious or fearful of…
With the advanced state of dentistry today, it may seem like a wonder that disease like gum disease are still so prevalent. Dentists have the tools to help patients prevent or manage nearly any dental issue, but gum disease still affects a large majority of patients across the world. Today,…
