Category: Family Dentistry

By providing you with the appropriate restoration after a cavity treatment, your dentist ensures your tooth can still handle biting and chewing pressure, and that it is safe from infection. Our teeth need this kind of protection because a cavity’s harm is permanent. While a cut or broken bone can mend over time, your enamel… Read more »

While it can be common for people reflexively clench their jaw when they feel angry, or stressed, you may be in the habit of doing this while you sleep. This unconscious habit can leave you with sore teeth in the morning, as well as stiffness in your neck, jaw, and face. What you should know… Read more »

If you find yourself reaching for an extra cup of coffee to finish your work day, even if you enjoyed a full night’s rest, you may be dealing with sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is well-known for causing people to snore, but there are other warning signs you can recognize. Daily fatigue can occur because your… Read more »

Routine visits to your dentist can give you access to superior smile care through a professional teeth cleaning, and a careful study of your oral health for signs of trouble. You should plan to attend a dental checkup every six months, but your oral health should be a priority every day. You should brush at… Read more »

A person who has never had a root canal treatment performed on a tooth can be wary of what this procedure involves, simply based on its reputation. While root canals are often generalized as unpleasant experiences, you should know that undergoing this restorative dental work will put a stop to a potentially serious issue with… Read more »

Multiple factors can cause a cavity to form, leading to discomfort and eventually, a greater risk of infection or abscess. However, you can take steps to reduce your risk of developing them. What can you do to stay cavity-free? What happens if your tooth remains untreated?

Taking the time to carefully and thoroughly brush your teeth is vital to the ongoing health of your smile. That being said, your oral care responsibilities should consist of more than just brushing. At least once a day, you should be flossing. Even the most dedicated brushing can leave the areas between your teeth insufficiently… Read more »

Minor dental issues can be addressed through proper restorative dental work. For instance, when your dentist spots a cavity during a routine dental exam, they can have it taken care of, and they can provide you with a discreet dental filling. Unfortunately, our smiles are vulnerable to more serious issues, which can call for more… Read more »

How can you make sure your smile stays in good condition over the next year? One important step – and one that too many people fail to take – is to set up routine dental exams. Unless your circumstances dictate a different approach, you should plan to see your dentist two times a year. At… Read more »

Patients with a range of different jaw problems may be experiencing issues related to TMJ dysfunction, often referred to simply as TMJ. These problems can form for different reasons, and manifest through different symptoms. Generally speaking, if you are experiencing pains in your face, neck, and head – particularly when you bite and chew food… Read more »