If you are currently using smokeless tobacco, you are putting your oral health and your overall health at risk. Smokeless tobacco is one of the leading causes of oral cancers: very aggressive cancers that form in the mouth and throat. If not detected early and aggressively treated, these forms of cancers are associated with very…
Dental amalgam is a mixture of metals consisting of liquid Mercury and a powdered alloy composed of silver, tin and copper that is used to fill cavities caused by tooth decay. It has been used for more than 150 years in hundreds of millions of patients because it is extremely durable and is less expensive…
Teeth whitening is currently the most requested cosmetic dental procedure in the United States. That is because whiter teeth result in a brighter, more beautiful smile. Having your teeth professionally whitened can take years off of your appearance and make your smile appear more healthy and more attractive. There are a variety of foods that…
We all know how important it is to take care of your teeth. That is why it is vitally important to visit your dentist for routine dental healthcare. It is recommended that most people visit the dentist every six months for a dental cleaning and examination. If you have issues with your dental health such…
Porcelain Veneers are an advanced cosmetic dental procedure that can be used to give you a more balanced, brighter and more beautiful smile. They can be used to improve the appearance of teeth that are gapped, unevenly spaced, misaligned, crooked, discolored or otherwise unattractive. The process involves laminating extremely-thin, custom shells made of porcelain to…
It is almost April 1st and Spring is in the air. This is the time of year when flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and unfortunately, many people have given up on their New Year’s resolutions from January 1st. If quitting smoking was one of your New Year’s resolutions this year and you have…
Taking care of your teeth has never been as important as it is today. With people living longer and longer, your teeth have to function much longer than they did in the past. Taking the time to develop good oral hygiene habits can go a long way in increasing your chances of having healthy teeth,…
If you were given medications such as Tetracycline or Doxycycline as a child and are now dealing with tooth discoloration as an adult, you are not alone. We now know that giving these medications to children while their teeth are still developing (before the age of eight) can cause tooth discoloration. Great, so now we…
Tooth discoloration is a common problems that affects many adults. If your teeth are yellowed or discolored, you may feel uncomfortable or embarrassed about your smile. However, this does not have to be the case. Today, there are several good options for treating tooth discoloration. Your dentist can help you decide which method is best…
What would you pay for an improved, more beautiful, confident smile? Although most people place a tremendous value on the appearance of their smile, in today’s tough economic times, many patients simply do not have the extra cash sitting in their bank accounts to pay for cosmetic dental procedures that are not covered under their…
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