Category: General Dentistry

Q&A: Bruxism Symptoms

Have you ever been told to stop grinding your teeth? Do you notice in the morning that your teeth and jaws feel quite sore? You may be suffering from a dental disorder called bruxism. Fortunately, by recognizing bruxism early, we can offer preventive treatment to help you avoid serious physical damage that will then require… Read more »

A Quiz: Dental Cleanings

Dental cleanings make up an essential portion of your preventive care, which is why we feel strongly about ensuring you’re well educated on the topic. We understand that many patients schedule their cleanings right on the dot, according to our suggestions, simply because it’s a habit. Other patients may take a more lax approach to… Read more »

Dental Checkup Quiz

Have you ever dedicated much thought to the details of your dental checkups that you schedule every year? Perhaps the particulars regarding how often you should schedule them and why you need them at all have been eluding you for quite some time, causing you to simply schedule them when you have time. Or, maybe… Read more »

General Dentistry Guide

When you’re seeking a dentist who will provide the general dentistry services you and your family need, it’s important to take a closer look at what’s offered. You see, different patients require particular services for their unique needs. One patient may need help with jaw joint concerns, while another is struggling with consistent snoring problems…. Read more »

Oral Sedation: Essential Details

When patients learn about sedation dentistry, two common responses occur. The first includes the hope that he or she qualifies as a candidate. To this, we can assure you that most healthy patients are well suited to sedation, as we offer it for everything from checkups to restorative procedures. The second response includes curiosity about… Read more »

Addressing Your Extraction Concerns

There are certain things that we can almost always count on when it comes to making diagnoses and suggesting treatments. For example – we can almost always guess how a patient is going to respond when we recommend a dental extraction to promote a healthy smile. Your hesitation and momentary upset is not lost on… Read more »

Dental Bridge Planning 101

Have you made the decision to replace your missing teeth with a dental bridge? If so, we are pleased that you have found a dental prosthetic to suit your particular needs. While you may feel extremely excited at the prospect of completing your smile, you may find that you are curious about what to expect… Read more »

Crowns: Reasons You May Need One

Dealing with a dental problem severe enough to warrant a dental crown means you are in serious need of restorative dental care. However, even though you know a crown can help, you may find yourself wondering if it’s the best solution for your needs. First, a quick refresher: A crown is a hollow prosthetic tooth… Read more »

Q&A: Root Canal Treatment

Have you ever spoken with a dental professional about the need for root canal treatment or what you can expect from it? Or does all of your knowledge regarding this restorative care option come from friends, relatives, and the Internet? If you answered with the latter, you are probably full of questions that you would… Read more »

Benefits Of Tooth-Colored Fillings

We offer tooth-colored fillings at our practice. Do you know much about choosing white fillings instead of amalgam (metal) fillings? If not, we are excited to share this exceptional treatment with you. In addition to addressing tooth decay and repairing your tooth, this type of dental filling offers a long list of benefits that will… Read more »