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Many of our patients come in with broken teeth and wonder why it happened. Even though we may have some answers in mind, sometimes the best way to answer a question like this is to ask you a few questions of our own to determine what could have happened. Sometimes we ask: Do You Have Read More

Tooth decay and periodontal disease are two of the most common chronic conditions. A majority of adults admit they were never given the proper instruction and motivation to take great care of their teeth when they were children. The lack of healthy habits can lead to a lifetime of exp Read More

Can’t seem to keep your teeth as bright as you’d like? Here are a few things to stay away from if you are trying to prevent a dull smile. Smoking We all know that smoking is bad for your lungs and overall health but this hard-to-kick habit can really cause staining of your teeth. Dry Read More

A bright and beautiful smile often depends on all of the teeth having a generally uniform color, yet sometimes, there are one or two teeth that just don’t look like the others. There may be a few reasons why your tooth might be sticking out from the crowd. Trauma Vital or “live” teeth Read More

A hefty percentage of our population includes “bruxers,” otherwise know as “grinders.” This damaging “habit” isn’t something you can just convince yourself not to do as it’s often a nighttime occurrence. Today we will talk about the steps to take if you know you grind your teeth. Let Read More

Sleep apnea is a common and potentially dangerous breathing disorder. Repeat lapses in breathing can lead to major health issues and those with sleep apnea who are also snorers will drive their families crazy. Appliance Therapy is For Mild to Moderate Sleep Apnea There are several dif Read More

With the recent Ebola outbreak, many people have been experiencing growing concerns about the potentially deadly disease. In an effort to protect individuals from the transmission of the Ebola virus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention along with the American Dental Associa Read More

Many people have questions about cosmetic fillings and whether or not they should get them. Here are a few situations that can be greatly improved by using cosmetic fillings. Older Silver Fillings If you have any metal filings in the back of your mouth, chances are they have been ther Read More