The terms “filling,” “cavity,” & dental decay are sometimes confused and are used interchangeably. To protect your teeth, it is important to understand what cavities are, how they form, how they spread, and how they are fixed. Of course, the most effective way to prevent cavities from spreading and getting worse is to see your …
Flossing is one of the most important ways to take care of your teeth. We could all be flossing more frequently and more effectively, even dentists! When you floss your teeth, you are removing plaque and bacteria that your toothbrush cannot possibly reach. That is why one of the first questions you will always hear …
Whether you are an adult or a child, one thing you probably don’t want to hear at the dentist’s office is that you have a cavity. For kids, a cavity filling means a potentially uncomfortable return to trip to the dentist. Even with modern methods, there are sometimes pains associated with getting fillings and stress …
Finding a dentist for your entire family can be difficult. Not only do you want a dentist that takes your insurance and provides great services, but you want to make sure your kids are comfortable. One common issue for many kids is being afraid of the dentist, this can affect them for years and make …
A child missing their teeth might be cute, but it is also a milestone for parents to look forward to. So, what’s next? Another round of teething and giant permanent teeth! These teeth of course need to last the rest of your child’s life. While you have your permanent teeth you are likely not a …
Dental insurance can be quite helpful for seeing your dentist twice a year for exams and cleanings as well as handling some bigger and more complex procedures like fillings, root canals, and more. But not everyone has dental insurance, and not all dental insurances cover every procedure. If you are worried that someone in your …
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A dental implant is one of the best solutions for an adult tooth. Of course, whenever possible it is every dentist’s goal to prevent the loss of a tooth but if one is knocked out in an injury and cannot be re-implanted or needs to be extracted due to severe decay, an implant is a …
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Should You Get Your Teeth Whitened As dentists, one of our main goals is to help patients not only have healthier smiles but feel more confident when they smile. Frequently, stained teeth can be a reason some people feel embarrassed by their smiles. There are a few ways to handle stained teeth with teeth whitening. …
What Is Dental Contouring As the name suggests, dental contouring is the process of reshaping teeth. Dental contouring is a purely cosmetic dental procedure and is done to help improve the symmetry of a smile. Contouring might be done to address various dental cosmetic problems like chipped, cracked, or crooked teeth. During the process small …
How Do I Pay For Dental Procedures If I Don’t Have Insurance In the past we have covered what to do if you do not have dental insurance, or your dental insurance doesn’t provide the coverage you need for a specific procedure. In fact, millions of Americans do not have dental insurance, or their insurance …
