The American Dental Association recently released information on a new biopatch that can regenerate dental bone. Here’s what we know so far: In The Past Although implants were by far the best way to replace missing teeth, many patients that lacked sufficient bone were not qualified to get them. The bone in our mouths regenerates […]
As you read in our other blog post, the causes for tooth fractures are numerous. Sometimes your teeth give you subtle clues when they are getting fractures. You may depend on us to find them while they are small and manageable. Either way, waiting to see what happens with a cracked tooth is a big […]
Sometimes teeth just can’t be saved, but as soon as you have a tooth removed, you should be asking yourself how you plan on replacing it. Here’s why: Bad to the Bone It’s fascinating to know that the bone regenerates faster in your jaw than in any other part of your body. The reason? Pressure! […]
The mouth is a pathway to the rest of the body. Remember that sentence as you read over the ways bacteria from your mouth can travel through your bloodstream and affect every other system connected to it. These are the conditions that have been linked to periodontitis, a disease found in over half of Americans […]
Two minutes, twice a day. That’s means if you are doing things right, you spend 1,460 very intimate minutes brushing your teeth every year! With all the health and social benefits you get from keeping your teeth clean, did you ever really get to know the history of one of your most valuable dental tools? […]
Is that alcohol mouthwash too spicy or causing dry mouth? Before letting it go to waste, you might want to make it useful around other areas of your house. There are lots of ways to save money and time by using mouthwash for other purposes. Clean the Bathroom The active ingredients in mouthwash are designed […]
You just can’t seem to get the whole string-flossing thing because your hands are too big, you don’t have the time or you just don’t like doing it. Your dentist and hygienist keeps telling you that your gums need more attention or that you aren’t doing a great job of plaque removal in between your […]
Look at most teeth very close and you will notice there are lots of tiny lines and defects. Although the smaller craze lines are harmless, a fracture can be a big problem. There are several reasons why cracks develop in your teeth. Nervous Habits Pent up energy can cause you to do things that aren’t […]
Let’s be honest, we all want to look refreshed and attractive, but when one of our most obvious features isn’t maintained, it can have disastrous effects on your self-esteem. Here are a few of the ways our office can help you change your smile to create a younger looking you! Cleanings Plaque and tartar tend […]