An orthodontist is a dentist with special training in the treatment of crooked teeth. There are many different types of malocclusions, most of which are correctible with orthodontic treatment. These specialists often use braces to straighten teeth and beautify a smile, but it can be hard to determine the best time for orthodontic treatment. Children…
DetailsA dental crown is a common tool for dental restorations. Crowns are generally used to repair teeth that have experienced extensive decay or severe damage. They are also used to protect a tooth that has been treated with root canal therapy. Less commonly, a crown can be used to improve the appearance of a tooth…
DetailsHas your dentist told you that you need root canal therapy? If so, it is important to act quickly as this is an important procedure used to save teeth from the need for extraction. Many people have questions about root canal treatment since this procedure is unique to other common dental treatments. Receiving a root…
DetailsTeeth whitening is a very popular and effective treatment in cosmetic dentistry. It can be used to correct a wide range of stains and discoloration. However, whitening does not work for all types of tooth staining. To determine if whitening will work for your teeth, consult your dentist. How Teeth Whitening Works During a teeth…
DetailsWhen you go in for a dental exam, your dentist will probably perform an oral cancer screening in addition to cleaning, X-rays, and evaluation of the teeth. This screening can help diagnose oral cancer before it becomes serious, and while it is still treatable. Like all cancers, oral cancer is more easily treated in its…
DetailsIf you need orthodontic treatment, your orthodontist can provide a variety of options for what type of braces are used. In addition to traditional metal braces, there are also options that are practically invisible, or that are camouflaged so they are less noticeable. Depending upon your specific needs and diagnosis, one of these approaches might…
DetailsEndodontic therapy, also known as a root canal, has earned an undeserved reputation for being a horrible procedure that is painful and time consuming. In truth, it is quick, easy, and the final result means that you have saved a tooth that would otherwise be lost. However, there are times when more extensive treatment is…
DetailsPatients should visit their dentist every six months unless their dental provider has indicated otherwise. Research has determined there is a direct correlation between dental health and overall health placing a direct emphasis on taking care of one’s oral health. A thorough cleaning coupled with a dental exam from your dentist twice each year is…
DetailsBleeding gums is experienced at one time or another by most of the population and it is always a cause for concern. People often ignore it in hopes that it will go away, brush harder or avoid brushing at all instead of talking about it with a dentist. Bleeding gums can be an early sign…
DetailsIf you think your child may need braces, you should take them to see an orthodontist. This is a specialist who has received training beyond dental school in the study of correcting bites, occlusions and the straightness of teeth. Many people assume that these are only cosmetic issues but that couldn’t be further from the…
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