Oral Health
How to Brush Your Teeth
The first step is to choose a good toothbrush. You always want to use a soft brush with a small head. A soft brush is
How to Floss Your Teeth
The surfaces that are between teeth are not accessible to brush; therefore, the best way to clean them is by flossing. The frequency of flossing
Electric Brush versus Manual Brushes
There have been multiple studies comparing the effectiveness of manual brushes as opposed to electric brushes. Although not all electric brushes are the same, these
Bad Breath
There are a few different causes of bad breath. Ranging from stomach problems to diets and teeth problems, most of the causes can be found
Dental Health and Your Diet
Sugar is the main cause of dental decay when there are bacteria present. More significant than the amount of sugar you eat is the frequency
Fluoride and Decay Prevention
Many years ago scientists started to notice that children who were born and raised in areas with natural fluoride in drinking water had fewer cavities
Dental Procedures
Dentures
Removable Dentures Though many advances have been made in the field of dentistry, loss of teeth is still an ongoing problem In the United States,
Children’s Dentistry
What is a Pediatric Dentist? Pediatric dentistry is a specialized field of dental treatment, revolving around the dental care needs of children. Dentists who specialize
Bone Grafting/Sinus Lift
Bone grafting – also known as ridge and sinus augmentation – is a procedure used to build up the bone beneath the surface of the gums.
Oral Surgery/Extractions
Tooth extractions are routine dental procedures used to remove decayed, damaged or otherwise problematic teeth. Dentists usually make every effort to preserve natural teeth, although
Implant Supported Dentures
Implant supported dentures are preferred by many dental patients who are missing all of their teeth but want a more stable prosthetic replacement option than
Single Dental Implants
Nearly all adults will need tooth replacement at some time in their lives. There are many options for single tooth replacement; but none are as long-lasting
Teeth in a Day Implants
All-on-4 implants are revolutionizing the way dentists replace missing teeth. For years, patients have been choosing dental implants as permanent tooth prosthetics. But instead of
Cerec Crowns
What is CEREC? In 1985, Sirona Dental Systems changed the face of dentistry by creating CEREC dental restorations. To date, CEREC is the only method
Veneers and Laminates
This is one way to quickly get that beautiful smile. Veneers and Laminates are a thin shell of porcelain or resin that is bonded to
Sedation Dentistry
Sedation dentistry has been around for over 100 years, and has continued to evolve over the last 40 years as more options are made available
Sleep Apnea
What is sleep apnea? Millions of Americans suffer from sleep apnea. People with this disorder take shallow breaths or literally stop breathing for short periods
Invisalign
See Your New Smile in Seconds! On Laptop or Desktop 1. Get your phone 2. Open your camera 2. Point it at the QR code
Dental Implants
During the last 20 years, dental implants have become a desirable alternative to other methods of replacing missing teeth. Excellent success rates and a range
Composite Fillings
When considering tooth fillings, one of the options available are composite fillings which are made from durable plastics that are similar in color to natural
Root Canal Treatment
Every tooth consists of three different layers. The outermost and hardest layer is enamel, and the second layer is dentin. The third is pulp, which
Inlays and Onlays
Inlays and Onlays are lab-made restorations that are placed on teeth when the cavity or lost tooth structure is too large to be restored by
TMJ Treatment
TMJ is the joint that connects the lower and upper jaw. The term TMJ stands for Temporo-mandibular Joint. This is one of the most complex
Dental Sealants
Sealants are thin layers of resin that are placed on the pits, fissures, and grooves of molars to prevent decay on these surfaces. The majority
Dental Bridges
Dental bridges are custom-fitted tooth prosthetics that are used to replace or restore damaged or missing teeth. Bridges are used to fill in the gaps
Teeth Whitening
Teeth stains are inevitable due to our consumption of a variety of foods and drinks (soda, spicy food, coffee, etc.). However, advanced teeth whitening technology
Post-Op Instructions
Bone Graft Surgery
You have just had surgery completed for the reduction of periodontal pocketing and/or for replacement of bone in an area where pathology existed, or in
Apicoectomy (Root Canal Surgery)
1- Swelling, minor pain and/or skin discoloration may be experienced following the surgical procedure. This will be temporary. 2- In order to keep the swelling
Denture Delivery
1- You will experience some discomfort with any new denture for a few days. All new dentures need several adjustments to completely and comfortably fit
Implant Surgery
1- You may experience some discomfort and bleeding the day of the surgery. 2- Take all medication that was prescribed for you according to instructions.
Gum Surgery
1- You may experience some pain, swelling, and bleeding after the surgery. 2- Take all medication that was prescribed for you according to instructions. 3-
Placement of Braces
1- You may experience some pressure and discomfort on your teeth. 2- Be gentle with braces and avoid chewing hard and/or sticky food. 3- Brushing
Teeth Cleaning (Deep Cleaning)
1- You may experience some cold and heat sensitivity (especially after deep cleaning).2- If you have received anesthesia do not eat anything until the numbness
Root Canal Treatment
1- You may experience moderate pain and sensitivity to pressure on your tooth. Also, you may feel gum soreness for few days after your treatment.
Crowns and Bridges (also Inlays and Onlays)
1- Crowns and bridges usually take 2 or 3 appointments to complete. On the first appointment, the tooth/teeth are prepared, impressions are taken, and a
Fillings
1- Do not eat on your new filling for one hour and until your numbness is gone. 2- If you are supervising children who had
Extraction
1- Pressure should be placed on the gauze pad that has been put over the extraction site for one hour. If the bleeding continues new
