People often first come to know us by hearing of our advanced technology and offering advanced treatments such as dental implants, cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry. However, the foundation of our practice is general dentistry, or what some refer to as ‘family dentistry.’ The way most think about general dentistry… Read More…
Imagine a two-lane bridge that extends over water. Let’s say a boat comes along and destroys one of the pillars supporting the bridge. You may assume, “So? There are plenty of remaining pillars.” The loss of one, at first, may not seem to create risk. Yet, over time, the weight… Read More…
When you think of the ‘mileage’ you get from your smile, it’s one of the best investments you can make. Yet, one of the top reasons people don’t have the beautiful, confident smile they want is due to the level of treatment fees. Let’s first consider the benefits you receive… Read More…
As a dentist who performs cosmetic dental procedures on a regular basis, I am often removing crowns, bonding or veneers placed by another dentist. While repair is occasionally the reason for removal, the most common reason is their appearance. Without modern techniques, materials and technology, smile enhancements in any form… Read More…
About 20% of people in braces are adults. Some had braces as adolescents or teens and their teeth have moved (often due to not wearing a retainer). Others have never had braces and are unhappy with crooked or crowded teeth. Another segment of this percentage go into orthodontic treatment because… Read More…
The dictionary defines a smile as: “a pleasant or agreeable appearance, look, or aspect.” Does that describe your smile? As a dentist who performs a number of smile makeovers, I hear patients share the emotional repercussions of a flawed smile before treatment. Many of them explain how they’ve ‘held back’… Read More…
Maintaining a clean, healthy mouth should be a top priority for American adults. Yet, it is often taken lightly until something hurts. To illustrate the domino effect of bacteria buildup in the mouth, follow its typical path below: • Failure to brush and floss on a regular basis allows bacteria… Read More…
Contrary to what many older adults think, losing natural teeth is not a normal part of the aging process. Periodontal (gum) disease is the nation’s leading cause of adult tooth loss and is easily preventable with simple measures applied on a daily basis. To determine those most at risk for… Read More…
I’d like to share a story about an elderly lady who recently came to us because of dizziness, which had prevented her from driving. I’m happy to report that after two weeks of wearing a neuro-muscular orthotic (a small oral appliance we custom-designed for her), she’s back to driving. She… Read More…
Do you feel your smile makes you look older than you really are? Gum recession causes the tooth root to become exposed, which makes your teeth look long. Recession can occur as a result of a variety of causes, including periodontal diseases. Whatever the reason, exposed roots are unappealing and… Read More…
