Despite the fact that it’s common knowledge, may patients do not fully realize the importance of maintaining regular dental visits. Or, the role that preventive dentistry plays in preserving their natural, heathy, beautiful smiles.
The general rule is to attend a dental cleaning and checkup at least once every six months. However, if your smile is in trouble, then you might require more frequent visits to bring your dental health back under control. By sticking to your regularly-scheduled dental cleaning appointments, however, you can reduce the risks of having to visit more often, or needing extensive restorative treatment later. (more…)
Restoring your dental health can often involve addressing a number of equally important issues that must be resolved as soon as possible. For the sake of time, and to reduce the amount of treatments that your smile must endure, addressing your smile as a whole is typically the preferable solution. If you have several teeth (or other dental issues) that must be tended to simultaneously, then 
The point of your routine dental checkup and cleaning appointments is to prevent common dental issues from forming, or from growing worse. As part of your regular appointments, your dentist will also conduct 
If you’re missing a tooth (or multiple teeth) your dentist may recommend dental implants. While implants are a great way to restore the complete functionality and cosmetic appeal of your smile, the process can seem overwhelming at first. That’s why many patients forget their questions and concerns until later – but don’t worry! Whether you’re curious about the procedure itself, the overall process, or even just how a dental implant works – you’re not the only one who has 
Tooth discoloration can cause you to become embarrassed or ashamed of your smile, keeping you from showing your teeth. Unfortunately, there are many factors that can cause your teeth to become stained. 
Do you have trouble sleeping?
Did you know that April is Stress Awareness Month? Unfortunately, stress is an increasing issue for nearly everyone these days, regardless of age. While you may be nodding your head in agreement, you may not realize the effect that stress has on your overall health. Not only can it cause insomnia, digestive issues, and skin problems – but it can also damage your teeth. In fact, 
Many of us grind or clench our teeth at some point, although most children grow out of the habit. 
A large part of the population suffers from some form of gum disease – or periodontitis. It can actually be reversed if caught in it’s early stages, known as gingivitis. However, just like other infections, gum disease can spread quickly and begin to affect your overall health. In the worst cases of periodontitis – you could risk losing teeth. Fortunately, this is completely avoidable by practicing preventive dentistry! Each component targets the infection-causing bacteria around your mouth, ultimately optimizing your oral health. 
In the past, amalgam (silver) fillings have been a common choice for restoring teeth from cavity damage, although now, their days are definitely numbered. Despite the proven durability of amalgam over the past century, its dark appearance (among other factors) have led metal fillings to become increasingly unattractive. 
