Dental Blog

Cosmetic dentistry has redefined the way people look at their teeth. Now, more than ever before, the appearance of teeth can be altered and improved by a cosmetic dentist to give you the ideal smile you have always dreamed of.  It should come as no surprise to most people that appearance-conscious teens would be quick to jump on this trend. Younger and...

Pregnancy and Teeth Baby On Board?Congratulations on this exciting and busy time of your life! You have so much to think about during pregnancy, but don’t overlook your dental health. Find out how pregnancy impacts your mouth in this video. Advice You Need for the Next Nine Months7 Ways Pregnancy Affects Your Dental Health.Healthy Habits to Start TodayWhat to Eat...

Sleep apnea is a common and serious sleeping disorder that happens when your regular breathing is interrupted during sleep. Snoring is common among patients with sleep apnea but not all snorers have sleep apnea. There are two main types of sleep apnea: Obstructive sleep apnea. The more common form, it is the result of blocked airflow during sleep, usually when the...

Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics is the formal name of the dental specialty concerned with the diagnosis, prevention, interception, guidance and correction of bad bites. The purpose of orthodontic treatment is to create a healthy bite—straight teeth that properly meet opposing teeth in the opposite jaw. A good bite makes it easier for you to bite, chew and speak. If your...

An abscessed tooth is an infection caused by tooth decay, periodontal disease or a cracked tooth. These problems can let bacteria enter the pulp (the soft tissue of a tooth that contains nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue) and can lead to pulp death. When pus builds up at the root tip in the jaw bone, it forms a pus-pocket...