If, for some reason, your children’s experience with early childhood dental visits didn’t work out so well, they might fear the dentist’s office. Pediatric dentistry is designed in part to help children overcome their fears. Still, you might be wondering how these fears develop and what the solution might be. Why Your Child Needs to […]
Signs of Gum Disease Your Doctor Looks For
It’s no surprise that oral health refers to so much more than the health of your teeth. The mouth is a breeding ground for bacteria and germs that can easily nestle their way into your gums, opening up the opportunity to cause gum disease (periodontal disease). In fact, a recent CDC report suggests that 47% […]
Dental Crown Types: Which Material is Best for You?
Broken teeth or a tooth needing extensive fillings are two very uncomfortable situations. In these cases, there could be damage going into the deeper layers of the tooth. A patient might need a root canal or a dental implant to fix damage or decay in a tooth’s root. To work on the roots means you […]