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• posted: May 22, 2018
• cosmetic dentistry

You've reached a decision—that old, unattractive smile has to go. You're ready for a complete makeover—and the field of cosmetic dentistry has the materials, techniques and equipment to make Read More

• posted: May 17, 2018
• pediatric dentistry,  sealants

Teeth lost to tooth decay can have devastating consequences for a child’s dental health. Not only can it disrupt their current nutrition, speech and social interaction, it can also Read More

• posted: May 12, 2018
• periodontist

It’s likely you depend on your regular dentist for the lion’s share of your dental care. But in cases of advanced disease or trauma, you may need the services Read More

• posted: Apr. 11, 2018
• athletic mouthguards

Dental injuries result in thousands of visits to the emergency room every year, and many of these injuries occur while engaging in sports and recreational activities. Whether playing on Read More

• posted: Apr. 03, 2018
• crown lengthening

While we often associate tooth decay with cavities forming in a tooth’s visible or biting surfaces, the occurrence of this all too common disease isn’t limited to those areas. Read More

• posted: Mar. 26, 2018
• root resorption

Baby (primary) teeth look and function much like their permanent counterparts. Besides having a visible crown, they also have roots that maintain contact with the jawbone. But there are Read More

• posted: Mar. 25, 2018
• partial denture

Dentures in one form or another have been around for centuries. Although dental implants have earned a well-deserved prominence of late, the denture still remains a viable tooth replacement Read More

• posted: Mar. 17, 2018
• gum disease

Dental implants are the ideal tooth replacement with their life-like appearance, high success rate and durability. If you have significant dental issues, they may seem like the perfect answer. Read More

• posted: Mar. 09, 2018
• pediatric dentistry,  oral health

When you're first startled awake in the middle of the night by a loud, gritting sound emanating from your child's room, you may have two questions: how can such Read More

• posted: Mar. 01, 2018
• pediatric dentistry,  oral health

When it's time for your child to visit the dentist (we recommend around their first birthday), you may want them to see your family dentist. But you might also Read More

• posted: Feb. 21, 2018
• crowns

If you're in need of a crown to cover a damaged tooth, you have a lot of options. But before you choose, you need to know what you want. Read More

• posted: Feb. 13, 2018
• dental treatment

Soon after the primary (baby) teeth begin to give way, the teeth a child will have the rest of their lives start erupting into the mouth. But while they’re Read More

• posted: Feb. 05, 2018
• orthodontics,  space maintainer

Children losing their primary (“baby”) teeth is both natural and necessary. So, is it really that much of a concern if they lose one early? The answer is yes — Read More

• posted: Feb. 04, 2018
• dental exam

When does dental care begin for a child? In the truest sense, before they're born. Although the first teeth won't erupt until months after birth, they're already forming in Read More

• posted: Jan. 27, 2018
• periodontal surgery

All treatments for periodontal (gum) disease focus on one goal — to remove any bacterial plaque and calculus (hardened plaque deposits) that are at the heart of the infection. Read More

• posted: Jan. 19, 2018
• topical fluoride

A lot happens in your child’s mouth from infancy to early adulthood. Not surprisingly, it’s the most active period for development of teeth, gums and jaw structure. Our primary Read More