Blog Archive
How Often Should I Bring My Child to the Dentist?
Routine checkups are the best, most effective way to keep your child’s teeth, gums, and smile healthy. This blog explains how often to schedule preventive checkups.
Am I Overbrushing?
Brushing your teeth is essential for good oral health, but if you aren’t careful, overbrushing can increase the risk of problems like gum recession and tooth sensitivity. Learn more here.
How to Maintain Your Smile After a Teeth Whitening Appointment
If you’ve just had your teeth whitened, the last thing you want to do is stain them all over again as soon as you leave the office. We’ve got tips for prolonging your beautiful results here.
Why Does My Jaw Hurt After Eating?
If your jaw hurts when you eat, talk, or yawn, you may have a problem with your temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Learn all about the condition and what we can do about it here.
Ways to Upgrade Your Teeth With a Smile Makeover
If your teeth have several minor flaws, you could correct them one procedure at a time or have a smile makeover that considers your whole mouth. Learn more about the makeover here.
Crowns vs. Veneers: Which Do I Need?
Dental crowns and veneers are two tooth restoration options, but they’re not interchangeable. Each treats different problems in your mouth. Keep reading to learn which one might be right for you.
Habits to Adopt (and Break) After Dental Implant Surgery
If you’re getting dental implant surgery, you may need to shake up your hygiene routine afterward. Here’s what you should and shouldn’t do once your implants are in place.
Why Are My Teeth Losing Their Whiteness?
If your naturally white teeth start looking dull and discolored, don’t worry. The teeth whitening process can take your smile from drab to dazzle. Learn how here.
I’m Terrified of the Dentist: Is Sedation Dentistry a Good Option for Me?
If even the thought of going to the dentist makes you tremble, you may be a good candidate for sedation dentistry, a way to keep you calm so you can get the dental care you need.
My Jaw Pops When I Chew: Should I Be Concerned?
If your jaw pops and clicks when you open your mouth or chew, you may be concerned about your oral health. It’s usually temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. The good news is that we have several remedies.
What Can I Do to Prepare My Child for Their Dental Visit?
The dentist’s office can be a scary place for a young child, with its unfamiliar scents, strange sounds, and unfamiliar people. However, there are many things you can do to help your child prepare. We’ve got tips for you here.
Veneers Can Restore Broken, Chipped, and Worn Teeth
If you’ve got broken, chipped, or worn teeth, you may not be inclined to smile a lot. Veneers, though, can solve all those problems and more. Learn all about them here.
Chronic Bad Breath? It Could Be a Sign of Gum Disease
If your breath smells bad, there could be many causes. By far, the most common, though, is gum disease. Here’s why.