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What Is A Ridge Augmentation?
What Is A Ridge Augmentation? If you have been told that you do not have enough bone for an implant, you may be wondering about your options. Many people have heard of bone grafting, but there are several variations of the procedure. Ideally, bone grafting should be done at the time a tooth…
What is a Sinus Lift?
What is a Sinus Lift? When replacing upper premolars and molars, we often find that the sinus is too close to allow for a safe implant placement. In these cases, a special type of bone grafting procedure is necessary to gain more space to place an implant without damaging the sinus. When there…
Is A Bone Graft Necessary After Tooth Extraction?
Is A Bone Graft Necessary After Tooth Extraction? If you have recently been told that you need a tooth extracted, you may be wondering about your options to replace a missing tooth. You might be surprised to know that the best time to inquire about dental implants and other replacement options is before you…
How Can PRF Help With Dental Implants?
How Can PRF Help With Dental Implants? You may have heard of PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy being used in sports medicine to promote healing after injuries. PRP can also help with healing and promote bone growth after a tooth extraction. More specifically, PRF, or platelet-rich fibrin, is the form used most often in dentistry. …
What Are The Worst Drinks For Your Teeth?
What Are The Worst Drinks For Your Teeth? Most people know that drinking soda can cause cavities, but did you know that many other common drinks are also damaging to your teeth? While the sugar in drinks like soda, sports drinks, and juices certainly contribute to the formation of cavities by feeding harmful…
Can Allergies Cause Tooth Pain?
Did you know that allergies can cause tooth pain? Identifying the source of a toothache is vital in order to provide relief.
What Is Plaque & Why Is It Bad?
You’ve heard your dentist and TV commercials talk about plaque. But do you know what plaque actually is, and why it’s bad for you?
Can Swimming Pools Cause Tooth Staining?
With summer well under way, many children and adults are spending more time in swimming pools. One side effect of swimming in chlorinated water can be increased staining and tartar deposits on the teeth.
Can You Guess Which Tooth Is Actually An Implant?
Can you guess which of these teeth is an implant? We’ll give you a hint: It’s on the bottom row of teeth.
Types of Teeth Whitening
What options do you have for whitening teeth? Let’s dispel some teeth whitening myths and talk about which whitening options I recommend.
What is Xylitol & How Can It Help Protect Your Teeth?
Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener that does not cause cavities and actually helps protect your teeth! Many gums and mints are now sweetened exclusively with xylitol.
Before/After: Replacing Failing Crowns
This patient hated her old crowns, which had dark discoloration showing through. When one of them broke off, she decided it was finally time to replace all 3.
What Is Gum Recession?
What Is Gum Recession? Gum recession happens when the root of your tooth is not covered by your gums. Let’s talk about the causes of and treatments for gum recession. While healthy gums usually attach to the teeth at a level that completely covers the root, this is not the case with receding gums. Gingival…
Before & After: Deep Cleaning
Has it been a while since you had your teeth cleaned? The plaque on our teeth tends to accumulate calcium and other minerals, becoming hard and sticky over time. This harder substance, called tartar or calculus, causes inflammation of the gums that can lead to chronic infection and bone loss, not to mention bad breath!
3 Reasons Not To Chew On Ice
Many people find chewing on ice to be strangely addicting, but this habit is really destructive to the teeth. Here’s why.
Are Dental X-Rays Safe?
Concern over radiation is understandable, but it’s important to know the risks as well as the benefits of dental x-rays.
How To Save A Knocked Out Tooth
If you have a tooth knocked out due to an accident, you can save the tooth by staying calm, acting quickly & following these steps.
3 Quick Flossing Tips!
If you find flossing to be uncomfortable, difficult, and tedious, you are not alone. Here’s how to become more effective at flossing, even if you don’t like to do it.
Oral Cancer Screenings
With April being Oral Cancer Awareness Month, I wanted to highlight some important facts about oral cancer and why you should visit your dentist for regular screenings.
How Do Dental Implants Work?
Dr. Nahhas explains the dental implant procedure simply, from start to finish.
What is SDF? Can SDF Stop Cavities in Children?
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a liquid that can be brushed directly onto a cavity without any drilling or anesthesia.
The Life-Changing Benefits of Dentures
For patients missing all of their upper or lower teeth, a denture can do much more than just enable chewing and smiling again.
Will the Dentist Judge Me for My Teeth?
Fear or shame often leads people to avoid the dentist, but there is never a need to be embarrassed! We are only here to help, not to judge.
Rescuing A Dead Tooth With Internal Whitening
Necrotic teeth can turn a dull, dark color. But these teeth can be whitened from the inside-out. Here’s how it works.
When Is It Time To Replace a Filling?
Dental fillings fail due to a number of factors. Replacing them as soon as possible can save you pain, potential tooth loss, and a lot of money.
Add a Sparkle to Your Smile: Tooth Gems
Tooth gems are a fun, semi-permanent tooth jewelry. But there are some gems that shine brighter and last longer than others. Here’s how it works!
Is Oil Pulling Good for Your Teeth?
The ancient dental practice of oil pulling has once again become a trend. But is there any evidence that it actually works?
Peg Lateral
A “peg lateral” is a condition in which the lateral incisor is smaller than average size, sometimes with an irregular shape. It can affect the upper or lower lateral incisors, either on one or both of the right and left sides.
What Are Canker Sores? How Do You Treat Them?
While they’re not contagious, canker sores can be painful, and most over-the-counter medications don’t help heal them.
How To Choose A Dental Insurance Plan
The difference between DHMO and PPO plans, and better alternatives to dental insurance.
How Does Dental Insurance Work?
Most people think of dental insurance as… insurance. It actually works more like a coupon that often doesn’t actually save you money.
Should You Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Most impacted wisdom teeth should be extracted due to a high probability of causing future disease.
Tips For Taking Care your Quaranteeth
Tips For Taking Care your Quaranteeth During these strange times, many of us are stuck at home, taking care of children, or working unusual shifts. Sticking to regular routines can help you deal with these disruptions to your daily schedule and stay healthy! While we follow federal and state directives to remain closed except for…
What Causes Tooth Sensitivity?
What Causes Tooth Sensitivity? Do you ever experience tooth pain upon chewing, or upon drinking something hot or cold? There are several types of sensitivity, and several possible treatments. Many patients fear the worst upon the first sign of sensitivity, but don’t panic! Oftentimes, the problem and solution are actually quite simple. But it’s always…
Is Dental Treatment Safe During Pregnancy?
Is Dental Treatment Safe During Pregnancy? One of the most common concerns I encounter in my office is how to handle dental care during pregnancy. With all the well-known precautions about alcohol, caffeine, seafood, and more, it’s understandable that many pregnant women are apprehensive about receiving dental treatment. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation…
Should I Remove My Silver Fillings?
Should I Remove My Silver Fillings? Amalgam fillings, otherwise known as silver fillings, have been used for over 100 years to restore decayed and broken teeth, but have recently become quite controversial. As with any aspect of your health, it is important to be well informed about amalgam in order to make the right decision! So…
Is Flossing Really Necessary?
Is Flossing Really Necessary? According to a survey by Delta Dental, only about 41% of Americans floss daily, although that number may be much lower, since another survey by the American Academy of Periodontology showed that 27% of people lie to their dentist about flossing…. Well, there is no need to lie, since I…
Do You Mind Your Tooth Gap?
Do You Mind Your Tooth Gap? Depending on who you ask, a gap between the two front teeth can be considered unsightly, beautiful, or not even noticeable. While there is no harm in having a gap here as long as it does not interfere with speech or cause food to get stuck in between the…
Is Fluoride Safe?
Is Fluoride Safe? Few topics generate as much controversy as community water fluoridation, and chances are, you’ve heard someone complain about the government putting fluoride in our water supply. Begun as a public health project in 1945, the initiative immediately drew accusations of communist subversion, mind control, and more. Controversy surrounding fluoride has continued to…
Children’s Dental Health: Your Most Common Questions
Children’s Dental Health: Your Most Common Questions Happy National Children’s Dental Health Month! It is a common trait among parents to put their children’s health concerns above their own. So for my first blog post,what better topic to address than some of the most common questions parents have about their children’s teeth? Question :…
