My Blog - General and Cosmetic Dentist

Transform 'Smile Zone' Teeth With Composite Resins
posted: Oct. 09, 2020.

As far as your appearance goes, the most important teeth you have are those in the “smile zone.” These are the teeth most visible when you smile—and the ones Read more
NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
posted: Sep. 29, 2020.

Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was Read more
It's Time for Football! Is Your Favorite Player's Mouth Fully Protected?
posted: Sep. 19, 2020.

It's September—and that means football season is underway. Whether you're playing, spectating or managing a fantasy team, the action is about to ramp up. Unfortunately, increased “action” also includes Read more
Preventing Gum Disease Could Help More Than Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Sep. 09, 2020.

The top cause for adult tooth loss isn't decay or trauma—it's periodontal (gum) disease. The disease may begin with the gums, but it can ultimately damage underlying bone enough Read more
Smoking Increases Your Risk for Gum Disease
posted: Aug. 30, 2020.

There are important reasons not to smoke, like minimizing your risk for deadly diseases like heart disease or lung cancer. But here's another good reason: Smoking increases your risk Read more
You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
posted: Aug. 20, 2020.

Kids get pretty inventive pulling a loose primary (baby) tooth. After all, there's a profit motive involved (aka the Tooth Fairy). But a young Kansas City Chiefs fan may Read more
Interceptive Orthodontics: Stopping Poor Bites Before They Develop
posted: Aug. 10, 2020.

Approximately 4 million tweens and teens are currently undergoing orthodontic treatment for a poor bite (malocclusion) that can cost their families thousands of dollars in braces or clear aligners. Read more
Treating Gum Disease is Good for Your Whole Body, Not Just Your Mouth
posted: Jul. 31, 2020.

Periodontal (gum) disease can do unpleasant things to your mouth, including losing teeth. Its effects, though, may not be isolated to the oral cavity: Gum disease could make other Read more
Acid Reflux Could Lead to Tooth Damage
posted: Jul. 21, 2020.

Your tooth enamel’s main nemesis is oral acid: normally produced by bacteria, foods or beverages, acid can dissolve enamel’s mineral content and cause erosion and decay. But acid might Read more
You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
posted: Jul. 11, 2020.

The monarchs of the world experience the same health issues as their subjects—but they often tend to be hush-hush about it. Recently, though, the normally reticent Queen Elizabeth II Read more
Prevention and Early Detection of Root Cavities Could Save a Tooth
posted: Jul. 01, 2020.

Tooth decay is one of two dental diseases most responsible for tooth loss (gum disease being the other). In the absence of treatment, what starts as a hole or Read more
How to Avoid 'White Spot' Decay While Wearing Braces
posted: Jun. 21, 2020.

Straightening your teeth with braces or other orthodontic gear is a positive step toward a healthier and more attractive smile. You'll likely be pleased with your smile when they're Read more
A Common Sense Approach to Managing Your Dental Care Costs
posted: Jun. 11, 2020.

It's a sad fact: Many people postpone needed dental treatment because of their finances. There's no doubt that treatments for many tooth and gum problems can be expensive. But Read more
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Jun. 01, 2020.

Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While Read more
Sedation Can Help a Child Receive Needed Dental Care Now and in the Future
posted: May 22, 2020.

You have a wonderful pediatric dentist who's great with kids. Their dental office is a children's wonderland with cheerful colors, toys and a staff that tries to make things Read more
Think Twice Before Considering Botox for Chronic Jaw Pain Relief
posted: May 12, 2020.

Chronic jaw pain can be an unnerving experience that drains the joy out of life. And because of the difficulty in controlling it patients desperate for relief may tread Read more

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