Treating cavities and tooth decay are some of the most common procedures in a dental office. Thankfully, with today’s cosmetic and restorative dentistry options, it’s easy to maintain and improve your beautiful smile while correcting these issues. When traditional dental fillings aren’t the best choice for treating cavities, you may have the option of using inlays and onlays to protect … Read More
Benefits of Oral Irrigators/Water Flossers
For people with extremely tight spaces between their teeth, have braces or implants or are just pressed for time, flossing is a chore they avoid. While there are alternatives to normal dental floss such as thinner, waxed floss and interdental (between-the-teeth) cleaners, many people find it too time-consuming and don’t use the right technique, so they’re not thoroughly cleaning their … Read More
Tooth Enamel: Keep it Strong for Healthy Teeth
The enamel on your natural teeth is a thin, translucent outer covering that works like armor to protect teeth from daily activities including biting, crunching, grinding, and chewing. It protects your teeth from invading bacteria that can lead to plaque and tartar. Despite its thinness, enamel is the hardest tissue in your body and covers the part of your tooth … Read More
Dental Bonding: Quick Fix for Minor Cosmetic Issues
When your teeth have minor cosmetic issues such as a small chip or discoloration, dental bonding is an easy, relatively quick and affordable solution. By applying a tooth-colored composite resin (plastic) material to a tooth and hardening it with a light, the tooth receives restoration that protects the area from further damage and improves your smile and confidence. Suitable situations … Read More
