About 20% of people in braces are adults. Some of these adults had braces as adolescents or teens and their teeth have moved over time. Others never had braces and want to straighten crooked or crowded teeth to create a more pleasing smile. Some of these adults go into orthodontic… Read More…
When the gum tissue that arches a tooth exposes dark sections, what you’re seeing is actually the tooth’s root. This is generally caused by gum recession, which exposes sensitive roots to hot or cold food and beverages as well as tooth brushing. Even though you may not notice the exposed… Read More…
After the Academy Awards were televised a couple of years ago, all the rumble was NOT about the winners. Social media lit up with comments on the dreadful face lift of one of the presenters. The once-ravishing movie star hadn’t been in the public eye for quite some time. Her… Read More…
Studies show that dental implants are one of the most successful implant-in-bone procedures, over 90%. At our office, we are highly committed to this through advanced training and skills in all aspects of dental implant treatment – diagnosing the number of implants needed, the best type of implant and selecting… Read More…
Do you suffer with frequent headaches or migraines? Frequent headaches affect nearly 50 million Americans. And while many sufferers search for a solution, many fail to connect the dots between these headaches and their dental anatomy. Amazingly, the position of how our upper and lower teeth meet is a typical… Read More…
When a patient comes in because of a tooth ache, it’s most likely due to a cavity. However, in a number of cases, we find that other reasons are creating an ache that is not always INSIDE the tooth. It’s not unusual for the first sign of gingivitis to be… Read More…
For people who suffer with migraines, the problem seems to impact many aspects of work, life at home, and interaction with friends and family. Like any chronic pain (pain that has a consistent presence), migraines are among the top 20 disabling illnesses, according to the World Health Organization. June is… Read More…
Occasionally, I catch myself talking to a patient and saying things like “…your periodontal health” when “condition of your gum tissue” is more likely to be understood. As a Dentist, I’ve used some dental terms and phrases so often I forget I can lose good connection with a patient by… 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…
