24% of adults have untreated cavities today. These tiny holes in the tooth surface start out often with no symptoms. But with regular checkups, these areas of bacterial decay can be treated quickly and inexpensively, before the cavity hurts. Once the cavity gets larger and deeper, affecting deeper layers of the tooth structure, you are […]
Cavities
Did you know? Tooth decay – cavities – rank in the highest of chronic medical conditions. Only colds are more common.
Tooth Whitening products & ingredients
Smile Whitening is a hot topic and one of the most popular cosmetic treatments sought out today. Reading the labels and deciding on which product is right for you can be very confusing. Peroxide is the active ingredient in nearly all tooth whitening products. There are two types – carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide. Both […]
Concerns about Radiation
A brief article in the June 2011 issue of “Redbook Magazine” discussed radiation and when to be concerned. “Radiation is all around us. When should you worry? The nuclear crisis in Japan sparked not only debate about the safety of power plants but also fear over radiation we encounter every day. But Henry Royal, M.D., […]
Obliterate Morning Breath
Your nighttime routine can obliterate morning breath! The September issue of “Cosmopolitan” Magazine has a great recommendation to alter your dental hygiene routine at home before bedtime and you can eliminate that pesky morning breath. “BRUSH…for two minutes (30 seconds on each quadrant) to remove surface debris. FLOSS…to dislodge hidden food and plaque – a […]
Dental implants
Dental implants are the best option for patients who have severely cracked or missing teeth. Performed in single or multitooth restorations, implants are a permanent option for those who might otherwise need something like dentures. For decades, titanium implants were the only choice, but the new zirconia implants offer several benefits, including a holistic one, […]
