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Teeth, tear crush and grind our food for easier digestion, they are in four different shapes and perform four different functions.Teeth grow in two stages, the early teeth or milk teeth start developing before birth, during the 5th month of pregnancy, however, the first teeth emerge around 6 months post birth.This first set of teeth…

Foods that we eat stay in our mouth for a long time in the form of tiny pieces either stuck on teeth or on trapped between the teeth. Bacteria act on this food and produce acid. This acid can slowly dissolve your teeth and can reach the nerve to destroy them.In light of this, here's…

Dental caps are the same as crowns.  Using the two words interchangeably, we may add a dental cap to a tooth to provide more strength and conceal unsightly stains/damage. We can also position a dental cap when there is too much tooth missing in order to sustain a filling.The dental cap wraps around the entire…

Those who are saddled with tooth decay often wonder what causes cavities.  Cavities occur when there are bacteria living in the mouth that forms an acid that subsequently wears away at the teeth.  If tooth decay is not treated, it can lead to an infection, significant pain and even the loss of the tooth.  The…

Teeth straightening procedures change people's lives. Most people desire healthy and perfectly aligned teeth. Fortunately, there are various useful teeth straightening solutions available. The most common among them being braces and Invisalign®.Over the years, Invisalign® treatment has become the preferred choice for patients due to its superior benefits. Some of these benefits include: Invisalign® aligners…

TMJ, or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, is a condition where the hinge of the jaw does not work properly and it requires the services of a specialized TMJ dentist to rectify. But how does one recognize it? And how can a TMJ dentist help? TMJ is often characterized by pain or popping sounds in the jaw…

If you have a problem with your gums and do not want to undergo surgery, do not panic. There are numerous non-surgical gum treatments available that will improve the condition of your gums.Visit with the dentist for a checkup and you will enjoy a professional dental cleaning. This cleaning includes the teeth as well as…

If you are even the slightest bit self-conscious about your smile, dental restoration is the solution. Dental restoration can restore your once-beautiful smile so you look and feel your best.If you have tooth decay, your dentist will recommend fillings. You will keep all of your structurally sound teeth and no one will have any idea…

When one mentions the words “periodontal therapy,” most people automatically assume it means a surgical treatment is necessary. However, this is not always the case. Surgery is only necessary when the non-surgical treatment fails to provide the targeted outcome for potential health.The main cause of periodontal disease is the human body's inflammatory system's response to…

There are plenty of people who clench and grind their teeth yet have no idea it is happening. According to the American Sleep Association, involuntary tooth clenching, known as bruxism, affects upward of 15 percent of kids and 10 percent of adults. Anyone who grinds or clenches their teeth should invest in a mouth guard…

Veneers are an integral and indispensable part of cosmetic dentistry. Porcelain veneers are by far the most effective and the popular ones. We treat conditions that require placing or fitting veneers. Porcelain veneers can help restore a smile in all its glory and help individuals enjoy smiling each day.Before going through the procedure for porcelain…

Our dental office understands that having the best oral health possible is critically important to the people. Thus, we make sure to provide you with a holistic approach to a healthy mouth. The bottom line is this, if you have a healthy mouth, the rest of your body typically follows suit.We know that the cost…