Battling Tooth Decay
Tooth decay is a side effect of acids and bacteria on your teeth.
Without properly removing them with brushing and flossing daily, the acids gradually cause the enamel to decompose. Eventually a hole (cavity) is visible inside of the tooth.
If cavities are not caught quickly, they can rapidly expand inside of the tooth and even damage the nerve. Cavities are also known to spread to adjacent teeth.
Allowing us to check your smile on a regular basis can help you avoid unnecessary dental work. During your exam, we will identify demineralized areas while they can still be reversed.
Fluoride treatments, re-vamped oral hygiene and a thorough cleaning are a great way to help you prevent cavities from continuing to develop.
A thorough examination and X-rays allows us to screen for cavities before they’re visible to you, the patient.
Schedule your 6-month check up today!
Smile Rehab
If you feel overwhelmed by the amount of attention that your smile needs, then a full mouth rehabilitation plan is something you should ask us about.
Full mouth rehabilitation allows us to address your specific needs on a tooth-by-tooth basis. Treatment is phased out, based on its priority.
During full mouth rehabilitation, our goal is to return full function to your smile.
It involves combinations of different treatments, based on your personal oral health care needs.
Most cases will involve some type of tooth replacement as well as restoring teeth that have been damaged by infection or decay.
The end result will provide you with a smile that is healthy, feels comfortable, and that you can rely on each day.
A customized treatment plan will take your goals, budget, and timeframe into consideration.
Visit us for an exam and consultation to improve your smile and your life.
What’s the Impact?
Did you know that the type of toothbrush bristles you use could significantly alter your teeth and gums?
A lot of people think that by brushing their teeth with stiffer bristles, they are cleaning them more efficiently.
Actually, medium to stiff bristled toothbrushes could be doing more harm than good.
Not only do stiffer bristles not bend to conform to the contours of the teeth, they can be extremely abrasive.
The aggressive pressure of stiffer bristles typically causes gum recession as well as enamel abrasion. We can see areas like these during your preventive care appointments.
If we see it, we will bring it to your attention, so you know exactly where your smile is already being impacted.
Do your smile a favor and use a soft or extra-soft bristled brush when cleaning your teeth.
