Dental Blog

Have you been dealing with crooked or crowded teeth or a poorly aligned bite? Maybe you think you’re too old for orthodontic treatment, it can be valuable for people of any age and the results are about more than just aesthetics. Crowding of the teeth or teeth that overlap can be hard to clean and that can lead to tooth decay and periodontal disease.

Everyone dreams of having a straight, beautiful smile. Unfortunately, many people suffer from having misaligned or crooked teeth. The embarrassment of having to hide your smile not only impacts your self-esteem and dental health but can also change how others interact with you.

If your doctor eventually diagnoses you with sleep apnea, you might be surprised to learn your dentist has a number of effective treatment options. Let's take a quick look at the different ways dentists treat sleep apnea.

Many adults in the U.S. have some form of gum disease, a condition that ranges from inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) to the more serious problems of periodontitis and advanced periodontitis.

When it comes to dental discoloration, you are not alone. Millions of people around the world are affected by teeth discoloration to varying degrees. Even people who brush, floss, and make regular visits to the dentist find that environmental factors, food, and even time can take a toll on your once natural radiance.

Oral cancer screenings are designed to detect the early signs of the disease before it becomes more advanced. They are important because oral cancer can be successfully treated if diagnosed early.

As a mom, you have a lot to keep up with. Whether you have one kid or a whole carful, you are probably going in a million different directions at the same time. Rewarding? Of course! But still a serious challenge.

Traditional braces consist of heavy and highly visible metal brackets and wires. These braces may be fine when you are a kid, but treatment isn’t ideal for adults and especially for people who need to meet clients or customers frequently. This is where Invisalign can help because it’s an adult-oriented orthodontic system that discreetly straightens teeth.

Cosmetic Botox treatment provides a popular, more affordable alternative to facelift surgery. Botox injections improve appearance by blocking nerve signals to relax facial muscles and smooth out lines and wrinkles. Results last a few months, and then treatment can be repeated.

If you have a large cavity in a tooth, a dental crown offers a long-lasting solution with both practical and cosmetic benefits. A crown covers the whole surface of a tooth to strengthen function and enhance appearance by restoring natural shape, size and color.