We have patients come in quite often asking if they should whiten their teeth. That is not necessarily a question we can answer for you. The main reason you should definitively not whiten your teeth is if you have areas of untreated decay or infection present in your mouth. Whitening your teeth is a very personal matter. If you are... read more »
You get up early to get in a work-out before your kids wake up and start the hectic morning routine to get out the door. Then you’re at work for 8 hours before you drive to sports practices, make dinner and do all the other things required of your day before you finally fall into bed just to do it... read more »
We’re all probably guilty of consulting with doctor Google and convincing ourselves that we have any number of diseases and maladies. Fortunately for us, we’re usually wrong in our diagnosis! If you’re ever worried that you might have a dental cavity, here are a few things to look for so you can make a more accurate assessment. Sometimes, a tooth... read more »
There would be no need for dental X-rays if all dental issues existed above the gum line. However, this is simply not the case. Damage, decay and infections that cannot be seen by the naked eye are only visible on X-rays. Dental X-rays are the only way to get a complete view of your child’s mouth. It is important to... read more »
So often we think of “baby” or primary teeth as not being important. However, the complete opposite is actually true! Remember, those primary teeth are holding everything in place and preparing the mouth for the permanent or “adult” teeth that will come in later. If primary teeth are lost too early, due to decay or other reasons, your child's smile... read more »