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• posted: Aug. 14, 2013
• cosmetic dentistry,  smile makeover,  porcelain veneers

There are a number of materials and techniques available in cosmetic dentistry that help us improve our patients' smiles. Porcelain veneers stand out as one of the most popular Read More

• posted: Aug. 06, 2013
• nutrition,  oral health

Your general and oral health go hand in hand — whatever is going on with the rest of your body can also affect your teeth, gums and other mouth Read More

• posted: Jul. 29, 2013
• cracked tooth syndrome

You may never have heard of cracked tooth syndrome. However, while it is often difficult to diagnose, this condition can be very serious, and it will be helpful to Read More

• posted: Jul. 19, 2013
• loose teeth

There is nothing pleasant about having a loose tooth. It can be very unsettling to feel your tooth move around, and you may be worried about losing the tooth Read More

• posted: Jul. 08, 2013
• tooth colored fillings,  dental fillings

Once upon a time, when you had a cavity, you went to the dentist and came back with a tooth filled with metal: the common silver (or, technically speaking, Read More

• posted: Jun. 26, 2013
• teeth whitening,  cosmetic dentistry

If a glance in the mirror reveals stained or discolored teeth that are detracting from your self-confidence, it's time to do something about it. The first step is to Read More

• posted: Jun. 13, 2013
• mouth rinse

There are dozens of brands of mouthwashes and rinses on drugstore shelves that American consumers buy each year for clean breath and oral health. But the question is do Read More

• posted: May 30, 2013
• bad breath

Halitosis (bad breath) is a major personal and social concern — so much so that Americans spend nearly $3 billion annually on rinses, mints and gum to freshen breath. Read More

• posted: May 15, 2013
• tmd

If you have pain in your jaws or related headaches, you may have Temporo-mandibular Joint Disorder, TMD. You are probably wondering what this is — and how it can Read More

• posted: Apr. 27, 2013
• oral health,  dry mouth

Dry mouth is a condition that many of us have experienced at some point in life. However, for some people it is a problem that can wreak havoc on Read More

• posted: Apr. 20, 2013
• chipped tooth,  dental injuries,  bonding

Your son has fallen and hit his face against a hard surface. Not only is he in pain but now there is also a chip missing from his front Read More

• posted: Apr. 12, 2013
• teeth whitening,  cosmetic dentistry

Clothing and hair styles may come and go, but a dazzling smile is always in fashion! If you're considering options for perking up your appearance, brightening your pearly whites Read More

• posted: Apr. 05, 2013
• cosmetic dentistry,  smile makeover

We all know that dentistry can do amazing things these days to give you the smile you've always dreamed of. With the latest cosmetic and restorative dental techniques, it Read More

• posted: Mar. 26, 2013
• clear aligners

You've probably heard of the relatively new method of straightening teeth with thin, plastic orthodontic appliances (“ortho” – to straighten; “odont” – teeth) known as clear aligners. Here are Read More

• posted: Mar. 18, 2013
• oral hygiene,  oral health

There are some people, particularly women around the age of menopause, who experience an uncomfortable burning and dry sensation in their mouths most of the time. The exact cause Read More

• posted: Mar. 07, 2013
• dental hygienist

You just came in to have your teeth cleaned, but our hygienist is asking you about your general state of health and what medications you are taking. Meanwhile you Read More