Did you know that composite fillings are tooth-colored in appearance and can drastically improve your smile by filling in cavities? It's true! Composite fillings are also highly recommended for protecting your smile from the risks of future cavities to enhance your smile. Cosmetic fillings are designed to improve your smile in several ways. Listed below are frequent questions asked concerning... read more »
Your mouth produces saliva throughout the day to enhance its overall function and aid in services such as cavity prevention. Other roles include facilitating clear speech and removing food particles from your mouth after a meal. Your mouth produces more saliva when you chew to lubricate before it’s swallowed. If a chronic lack of saliva constantly makes your mouth feel... read more »
The general appearance of your teeth can have a significant impact on your self-confidence when you smile. Chronic problems with dental stains, minor physical defects, and other cosmetic imperfections can be socially embarrassing. If this is the case for you, consider scheduling a consultation with one of our skilled dentistss, to discuss your cosmetic dental options. Many patients choose to... read more »
When you catch the flu, you can expect an upset or queasy stomach. Despite being a relatively common, if unpleasant, part of life, vomiting can negatively affect your teeth. Lucky for us, a relatively simple solution may be available to halt these effects. When you vomit, the acids in your stomach leave their designated area and envelope your teeth. Stomach... read more »
Do you want to help your kid have the top-notch oral health they deserve? If so, our dentist, Dr. Josh Walker, is happy to help you by giving you the tips you need. There are things you can do regularly to keep your kid’s teeth, gums, and smile in the best shape possible. Those things are: -Make sure your kid... read more »
The American Dental Association advocates a consistent oral hygiene routine to help remove bacterial matter before it can contribute to oral health problems like tooth decay and periodontal disease. This is based on a daily focus of brushing your teeth each morning and night, as well as remembering to thoroughly floss at least once each day. When your brush it... read more »
As a dental filling ages, it’s bond with the surrounding tooth enamel may degrade. This process can be accelerated by poor oral hygiene conditions in the mouth. Additionally, large dental fillings and dental fillings on the biting surface of a tooth sometimes fail sooner than smaller fillings. If you have a problem with a dental filling, you might notice the... read more »
The holiday season brings with it plenty of joys. However, numerous oral health risks are also present. Make sure you do everything you can to protect your smile from the dangers that can arise this holiday season, including sugary hazards that are present. If you fail to take care of your mouth properly, dental erosion can occur to the point... read more »
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 »