Oral Prophylaxis
When you visit your dentist, the hygienist will check for cavities and plaque on your teeth. Plaque is a sticky substance made of bacteria that builds up on the surfaces of our teeth if not removed regularly with brushing or flossing. If plaque builds up and stays on teeth, it can harden into tartar. Tartar […]
Gum Disease
You Could Have Gum Disease! Gum disease is the #1 cause of adult tooth loss in the US. So it’s very common and many people do not realize they have gum disease until the symptoms are severe. Diagnosing gum disease in the early stages can prevent serious outcomes of tissue and bone loss, and worse […]
Oral Cancer Screening
Oral cancer screening is an examination that looks for signs of cancer or precancerous conditions in your mouth. The goal of oral cancer screening is to identify mouth cancer early when there is a greater chance for a cure. The screening takes place during a routine dental visit by the Doctor’s trained eye. Additional tests […]
Three Types of Dentures
1.Complete Dentures When you need to replace all of your teeth, uppers and lowers a complete set of artificial teeth called dentures may be the best choice for you. 2.Partial Dentures Partial dentures correct the gaps in your smile when only some of your teeth are missing.Metal attachments anchor the dentures to your natural teeth.Partial […]
What Are Sealants?
A thin coating of sealant painted on the chewing surface of the teeth bonds to grooves and forms a shield over the enamel to effectively prevent tooth decay. Brushing and flossing will remove most food particles and plaque on smooth surfaces, but the bacteria can hide in uneven surfaces at the back of the mouth […]