Do your family members comment on your breath? Does the smell seem to persist no matter how well you brush your teeth? Bad breath (halitosis) is caused by gasses emitted by the bacteria that live in your mouth. These bacteria feed on the sugars on your teeth. That’s one reason brushing your teeth is so …

Root canal treatments tend to make people nervous because they’ve heard that they can be quite painful. However, root canals actually relieve tooth pain, sometimes instantly! Tooth infections can cause painful toothaches, but root canal treatment removes infected tissue, which alleviates the pain. General Questions About Root Canal Treatment What is the procedure for a …

The question of what TMD (temporomandibular disorder) is can be very diverse. Treatment has even been more so. We approach the question from a scientific perspective. This means we understand the pain associated with TMJ (temporomandibular joint) related issues is directed mostly through the muscles and soft tissues that control the jaw movement. While many …

If you unconsciously, or even knowingly at times, grind or clench your teeth, you may experience a condition called bruxism. Sometimes, you may not even know you are inclined to grind your teeth, as it may only happen at night while you’re fast asleep. Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, affects a wide variety of …

No matter the reason for a tooth replacement or extraction, you have options when it comes to dental restorations. Dental restoration options were once limited to crowns, bridges, and dentures to replace one or more missing teeth. Today, state-of-the-art dental implants offer an advanced solution for tooth replacements. Dental implants are ideal for patients who …

A great smile is one of the first things you may notice about another person. Because of this, any insecurity about the way your teeth look or feel may prevent you from laughing, talking, or smiling around other people. If this sounds familiar, then Invisalign clear aligner system may be the answer. About Invisalign Invisalign …

Many people choose dental veneers to dramatically transform their teeth and give them the smile of their dreams. However, a perfect smile doesn’t stop the moment you leave your final veneer appointment. Dental veneers, while they are nearly as simple to care for as your natural teeth, require proper maintenance to keep them in excellent …

Many people wish they had whiter teeth, but so many companies claim to have cracked the teeth whitening code, it can be hard to know who to trust. Zoom! Whitening Zoom teeth whitening can be either in-office professional treatment or at-home treatment kits, depending on your dentist. Whichever option your dentist offers, Zoom is a …

Tooth decay is not always easy to see with the naked eye and is often overlooked by patients. Even with regular brushing and flossing, we can still cause a lot of damage to our teeth from sugary foods. This is because the sugar blends with bacteria in the mouth and creates plaque that sticks to …

A perfectly white, uniform, and straight smile is desired by many. Unfortunately, many people put off cosmetic dental procedures for fear of racking up expensive dental bills or undergoing complicated procedures that may seem time or resource intensive. If a cracked tooth or a dull smile has you hiding your teeth when laughing, talking, or …