A standard dental filling can often be used to address a tooth suffering from a minor physical defect in its enamel layer. They are often used to treat small cavities, chips or minor issues with tooth enamel attrition. With consistent oral hygiene habits you can expect a dental filling to last for many years. However, inconsistencies in your daily routine... read more »
Did you know the best way to take care of your smile is to brush your teeth twice a day? It’s true! Proper oral health hygiene goes a long way in your oral health care, yet people still seem to skip this simple task creating severe oral health painful and costly consequences long-term. Luckily, our dentist, Dr. Linda King with... read more »
Cavities are created by tooth decay. They form when bacteria in the plaque in your mouth interact with sugar to create acids that attack the teeth and wear down the enamel. As the enmale softens, a cavity is created. It’s best to prevent cavities as opposed to treating them. Fortunately, there are things you can do to stop cavities in... read more »
If you have dry socket, then you have a painful condition that occurs when a blood clot is displaced after tooth extraction. That clot formed in the socket after your extraction and is protecting the socket from infection. Dry socket is a dangerous problem because it can leave the underlying bone and nerves exposed. When you have dry socket, it’s... read more »
Sleep apnea is a serious condition that can not only affect your oral health, but your overall health as well. Sleep apnea arises due to interrupted breathing patterns. It could be caused by numerous aspects including issues within your mouth. If left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to severe ailments including heart failure, high blood pressure, and stroke. Thus, it... read more »
If you are in need of a sleep apnea treatment, it means that you are suffering from irregular breathing patterns while you sleep. Understanding what is causing your sleep apnea and its numerous risk factors are essential for ensuring you receive the proper treatment. If you are suffering from sleep apnea, it could lead to severe oral ailments including high... read more »
Healthy and properly aligned teeth are designed to have the durability to withstand a lifetime of biting, chewing, and grinding food. Yet as you age minute changes can start to develop in the natural structure of your mouth. In time it could potentially affect the alignment or orientation of your teeth. If the biting surface of one tooth starts to... read more »
Think about things that you aren’t supposed to chew on: pen caps, lollipop sticks and maybe even ice come to mind. But what about hard candies? Although jawbreaker candies, unlike most of that list, are edible, their hard structure is too tricky to chew on, and if you do chew on them, you could end up fracturing your tooth and... read more »
Many individuals would like their smile to be whiter than it currently is. If you are one of those people, we can help! There are many options available to you. We’ll address a few, and you can feel free to call us with any questions. There are many different options when it comes to whitening your teeth, with a large... read more »
Cleaning between your teeth requires the right kind of tool, and while your toothbrush is ideal for cleaning tooth surfaces, it can't effectively reach between teeth and gumline. Flossing tools allow you to remove harmful plaque between the teeth which would otherwise cause erosion of tooth enamel. As the enamel weakens, tiny holes develop and cavities can arise. If plaque... read more »
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