Nutritional Counseling
To prevent cavities and maintain a good healthy diet — what you eat and how often you eat — are important factors. Changes in your mouth start the minute you eat certain foods. Bacteria in the
To prevent cavities and maintain a good healthy diet — what you eat and how often you eat — are important factors. Changes in your mouth start the minute you eat certain foods. Bacteria in the
The following are the different types of dental radiographs (x-ray images): A bitewing radiograph show several upper and lower teeth from one side of the mouth on one small image. This helps detect cavities
A dental visit is not just about teeth. It is also about your overall health. What goes on in your mouth can affect the rest of your body. What goes on in your
Swellings/thickenings, lumps or bumps, rough spots/crusts/or eroded areas on the lips, gums, or other areas inside the mouth The development of velvety white, red, or speckled (white and red) patches in the mouth Unexplained bleeding
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that all pregnant women receive oral healthcare and counseling during pregnancy. Research has shown evidence that periodontal disease can increase the risk of preterm birth
Take Home Whitening Gels are delivered by the use of customized bleaching trays, Your dentist will create this tray from an alginate impression of your mouth; this is partly why take Home
When a child begins to participate in activities and organized sports, injuries can occur. A properly fitted mouth guard, or mouth protector, is an important piece of athletic gear that can help protect your child’s
A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned
Crowns and bridges are used to restore and enhance teeth that are damaged or to take the place of missing teeth. A crown (also referred to as a cap) is used to entirely cover a damaged tooth. A crown not only
Dentures are replacements for missing teeth that can be taken out and put back into your mouth. Dentures take time getting used to and will never feel exactly the same as one’s natural
Though nobody enjoys the thought of having teeth pulled, occasionally a tooth can crack, break or become so decayed, diseased or crooked that the only solution left is a tooth extraction. At our dental clinics,
Gingivitis The early stages of gum disease characterized by red, inflamed, bleeding gums. It is caused from an increase in plaque due to poor oral hygiene (lack of brushing and flossing). Gingivitis can be reversed
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