What do you think your dentist can see when they look in your mouth? Of course they can spot problems with your teeth and gums, like cracks, decay, and recession, but they’re able to see much more than that. In fact, your dentist may be the first person able to spot clues about more serious […]

Every bride wants to look their best on their wedding day. Not only do they want to feel beautiful while walking down the aisle, they also know that wedding photos last forever. In addition to the perfect dress, the bridal updo, and the sparkling ring, brides are often eager to have a beautiful smile on […]

Back in January, I wrote a post about proactive dentistry versus reactive dentistry. Reactive dentistry is an approach to dentistry that only reacts to problems that have cropped up, while proactive dentistry is an approach that seeks to maintain good oral health and prevent problems in the first place. Related to this idea is what […]

The jaw joint, or temporomandibular joint (TMJ), is a complex joint that allows the lower jaw and upper jaw to work together to bite, chew, and speak. Functional problems with the jaw joint, muscles, and teeth  are called temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). TMD can lead to a diverse set of symptoms including unexplained headaches, neck […]

It can happen before you’re even aware of it: one day you have just a couple crowns, and the next thing you know you have half a dozen or more. Then your dentist tells you at your next visit that you need two more. At this point, you may ask yourself, how many dental crowns […]

You know it’s important to brush your teeth twice a day, floss once a day, and visit your dentist and hygienist regularly. But do you also consider whether the food and drink you consume on a daily basis are good for your oral health? This month is National Nutrition Month and it’s a great opportunity to […]

A full-mouth reconstruction is a serious undertaking. Unlike a “smile makeover,” which is primarily concerned with the appearance of the teeth and mouth, a full-mouth reconstruction aims to restore the appearance, health, and function of the whole mouth. What’s involved in a full-mouth reconstruction? A full-mouth reconstruction is what it sounds like: reconstructing every tooth […]

February is both National Dental Health Month and National Heart Month, and the fact that the two are celebrated in the same month couldn’t be more perfect. Did you know there are strong links between heart health and oral health? In this post, we’re going to look at what those links are. The link between […]

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” That old saying is as true now as it’s ever been, especially when it comes to dentistry. It’s better to prevent a dental problem than to fix the problem after it crops up. A proactive approach to dentistry does just that – it prevents problems […]

Veneers are one of the most common and most popular dental techniques used to improve the appearance of a smile. You may have some questions—What are veneers? What do you need to know about them? Are they right for you? Here’s a guide to dental veneers to answer all your questions. What are veneers and […]