Specialty Dentistry

When to See a Dentist Dentists specialize in the health of your teeth, gums, and jaw. If your symptoms are centered in or around your mouth, your dentist is likely your best first stop. See your dentist if you have: Routine Checkups and Cleanings: Prevention is key to a...

Among the most ignored health problems worldwide is gum disease. Most people only consider their teeth when considering oral hygiene, yet your gums are just as vital. They guard your teeth from damaging germs and help keep them in line. Besides your grin, poor gums could significantly affect other aspects of daily life.  Though frequent,...

  Standing in front of the mirror and thinking, "I wish my teeth were just a little straighter?" Don't worry, you're not alone. Having a beautiful smile with beautifully straight teeth is every teenager's dream. Braces and Clear Aligners have pros and cons, and what will best suit you will be decided based on several lifestyle...

Cavities, or dental caries, are one of the most widespread oral health conditions encountered by individuals of all ages. Cavities develop when bacteria in the mouth produce acid that eats through the enamel of the tooth, causing it to deteriorate and chances of pain or tooth loss. While the need for dental care is...

Putting off wisdom teeth removal may lead to something bad happening when you least expect it. Here’s how to prevent that. When Do Wisdom Teeth Appear? Wisdom teeth typically start developing between the ages of 14 and 22. Each case is different though; sometimes only 2 or 3...

If you’re like many of my patients, you’ve probably experienced a cracked tooth at some point—or at least thought you did. So what treatment is available to fix a cracked tooth? Read on to find out!   How do I Know if I Have a Cracked Tooth? As we...

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Do Wisdom Teeth Have to be Removed? Often, wisdom teeth don’t have room to grow properly and end up creating problems for your other teeth. Through X-rays and scans of the mouth and jaw, dentists can predict problems with your wisdom teeth before they arise, which means...

Into the Digital Age: Digital Dentures According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, around 24% of people ages 65-74 and 31% of people over the age of 75 are edentulous, and thus require replacement of all their teeth.* For many, they choose to replace...