How to Keep Your Teeth Healthy

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As you probably know, your teeth are extremely important to the health of your mouth, but did you know that they’re also very important to the health of your body? You also know that your teeth play an important role in chewing and speaking. But, do you know what your teeth are made up of,… Read more »

Are You a Candidate for Root Canal Microsurgery?

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As you probably know, there are a few things you should do to keep your teeth healthy and strong. Similarly, you probably know that there are a few things you should have addressed by your dentist. For instance, you may need to have a cavity filled or may even need root canal therapy—but sometimes, a… Read more »

Biting your Nails Will Affect your Teeth

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Bad habits such as not making the bed, or leaving your laundry on the floor are can annoy some people, but, fortunately, aren’t detrimental to your health. On the other hand, would you be surprised to learn that nail biting can lead to problems with your teeth, but can also cause other issues? Did you… Read more »

Restore a Damaged or Cracked Tooth with a Crown

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The enamel layer on each of your teeth is composed of a densely packed structure of microscopic mineral crystals. This is what makes your teeth hard enough to bite and chew tough foods. As strong as your teeth are, there are times when a blow to the face, or another accident, can impart enough force… Read more »

Root Canal Therapy and Your Teeth?

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What do you know about root canal therapy? As you may know, root canal therapy is designed to treat a tooth whose center is decayed or infected. Still, there are several myths surrounding root canal therapy. As you know, you may need root canal when a cavity filling won’t save your tooth. You see, if… Read more »

Using a Crown to Improve a Tooth’s Cosmetic Appearance

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The natural processes of aging, deep stains and chips on one or more teeth in your smile, can leave you feeling self-conscious. Some people are attracted to dental veneers to improve their smile. However, it’s not uncommon to have the enamel layer on one or two teeth in your smile, restored with a crown. A… Read more »

Your Teeth: What Do They Do?

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How well do you know your smile? For instance, do you know how many teeth you have or how many teeth your children have? Could you name all four types of teeth or what each different type does? If not, you aren’t alone—but we’re here to help! Generally, every mouth has four types of teeth:… Read more »

Is There A Best Time to Brush?

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You know that you should brush your teeth every day, but do you know when the best time to brush is? Or how often you should brush? Similarly, do you ever wonder if you should brush or floss first? Today, our team is happy to address questions like these. Most dentists recommend that you brush… Read more »

Caring for your Custom Mouth Guard

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Many athletes choose to have their dentist fit them for a custom mouth guard. These pieces are specifically designed to match your teeth for maximum comfort and protection, while maintaining adequate air breathing. Your custom mouth guard represents a serious investment in the protection of your mouth and possible prevention of concussion as well as… Read more »

Can Dental Implants Be Used in a Bridge?

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Dental implants are a great way to replace a lost tooth and maintain healthy jaw structure. Advanced periodontal disease or multiple cases of severe tooth decay can cause you to lose multiple teeth. In the past, if you had too many teeth missing and not enough bone structure available in the jaw, you would have… Read more »