What is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a custom-made restoration that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape of a natural tooth. It’s also known as a cap. Crowns are an ideal way to rebuild teeth that have been broken or have been weakened by decay or a […]
Natural Ways to Whiten Your Teeth
Achieving a bright, white smile can often be seen as a sign of health and vitality. We are often faced with an array of commercial products and treatments that promise instant results when it comes to teeth whitening. However, there’s a growing interest in natural methods that not only aim to improve the color of […]
Do I Have to Pull My Wisdom Teeth Out? Understanding the Necessity of Extraction
When it comes to wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, the decision to remove them can vary depending on individual circumstances. These teeth commonly emerge in the late teens or early twenties and can sometimes lead to pain, overcrowding, or other dental issues. While some people never experience problems with their wisdom teeth and […]
‘I am missing a tooth. It does not bother me, so why should I bother replacing it?’
Why should you replace a missing tooth? That missing tooth can keep you from chewing properly and speaking correctly. If you’ve lost a front tooth, you may have a gap in your smile. It may seem obvious that a missing tooth can change your chewing, your speech, and your looks. One thing you may not […]
Tooth Grinding
At our dental practice, we frequently see problems resulting from grinding of teeth, or bruxism. In normal development, children grind their teeth as their baby teeth are first coming into the mouth and then again as the adult teeth are replacing the baby teeth. This helps the teeth break through the gums, and it aligns […]