Daily Considerations for Taking Care of a Temporary Crown
When our team cemented the hard, plastic, temporary crown over the abutment, it was primarily intended to protect the abutment while the dental lab creates your permanent crown. As you go about your day, you need to keep in mind that the temporary crown cannot actually restore the full function of the tooth. If the… Read more »
What Beverages Causes Stained Teeth
Have you noticed that after enjoying certain drinks, your mouth could be tinted the same color as the beverage? Luckily, this is generally a temporary status, but did you know that some drinks can lead to permanent stains? This can be especially problematic since most people strive to maintain a white, beautiful smile. To enjoy… Read more »
What Does your Oral Health Do for You?
We all know that oral health prevents cavities, keeps your teeth looking great, and doesn’t scare off dates with bad breath. However, did you know that good oral health does more for you than just help keep your mouth in perfect shape? Believe it or not, good oral health has far-reaching benefits that go beyond… Read more »
Installing a Bridge to Replace a Severely Fractured Tooth
Even though your natural tooth enamel is very hard there are some rare occasions when a hard fall or a blow to the face can severely fracture a tooth. In an extreme situation the fracture might be so severe that it causes significant damage to internal structures of the tooth. This might require Dr. to… Read more »
Why Are Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Are your wisdom teeth bothering you or someone close to you? If so, our team can help. Sadly, wisdom teeth removal is something that almost everyone goes through, but can you recognize the symptoms of a problematic wisdom tooth? Similarly, do you know why some wisdom teeth need to be removed? Luckily, there are a… Read more »
How to Handle a Broken Dental Crown Like a Pro
Is your dental crown cracked or broken? The good news is that, unless you’re experiencing severe pain, a broken dental crown isn’t a pressing emergency. If you are unable to see your dentist right away, our team encourages you to follow these steps to keep the situation well in hand: – Gather loose pieces: If… Read more »
The Differences Between White and Silver Fillings
Dental fillings are great restorative dental products that fill your tooth cavities and improve your oral health. Without these products, your smile would be greatly damaged and you would never have the strong, healthy, and beautiful chompers you deserve. There are many different types of dental fillings in , , but composite and amalgam fillings… Read more »