You may have heard your dentist use the term “root canal,” but what it is and why do you need one? Dr. Josh Walker, our skilled dentist, can tell you more about the nature and benefits of a root canal. The proper term for a root canal is “root canal treatment” or “root canal therapy,” as “root canal” actually means... read more »
Dental anxiety can strike at any age and is nothing to be ashamed about. If this is something you experience, feel free to tell our dentists all about it. That way we can prepare to make sure that your visit will be comforting, pleasant, and beneficial for your health. Here are some tips that might help you at the dental... read more »
If you break the term orofacial apart, you can easily see that it is any pain that it is composed of oral and facial – that is, any pain of the face and mouth. This is not an unusual problem. In fact, 22% of U.S. residents reported having some kind of orofacial pain during a period of six months. The... read more »
You may not normally think about the mechanics of your mouth, but it is worth noting that your bite can produce a great deal of pressure. Not as much as a Great White Shark, but you still put a great deal of force into your bite. But not all teeth receive the same amount of pressure when you bite or... read more »
Halloween is a fun time of year that involves decorating the house, planning parties, picking costumes, and eating immense amounts of candy. As you may have already guessed, the smile isn’t quite fond of this holiday, especially because of the risks of dental issues. However, if you prepare now, that doesn’t have to be the case. So, to help you... read more »
Did you know periodontics is a highly specialized branch of dentistry designed to focus entirely on the treatment of periodontal disease and similar conditions that arise within your gums? If you have periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, it means your gum tissues are infected and need to be treated. If left untreated, tooth loss can occur. Spotting gum... read more »
Dental crowns are oral health care treatments that are designed and implemented to cover, conceal, and protect a damaged or unsightly tooth down to the gum line. With specialized CEREC® dental crowns, you can achieve the same satisfaction of regular dental crowns, but at an improved pace. CEREC crowns are built to be ready when you need them. CEREC crowns... read more »
Do you feel like your oral health care is not as effective as it could be? Luckily, there are plenty of treatments available to increase your intake of fluoride should you feel the need to up your dosage in hopes of better oral health care. Within toothpaste and mouthwash, fluoride is frequently added to enhance the effects of the product... read more »
Dental staining can be the result of various sources. It can stem from eating and drinking dark foods and beverages, aging, or tobacco use, to name a few. The acuteness of the staining and its depth in your tooth enamel will govern the whitening method needed to restore your bright smile. Before beginning a new whitening routine, it's always a... read more »
To make sure a person’s mouth remains healthy, there are times teeth need to be extracted, either because they have failed or they pose a risk to other neighboring teeth. When a tooth needs to be taken out, it is important for a patient to prepare for treatments before and after the extraction. The best smiles are still possible with... read more »