HYPERSENSITIVE TEETH Hypersensitivity of teeth is a phenomenon wherein, the patient feels moderate to severe pain when the teeth are exposed to temperature changes like…

FRACTURED AND BROKEN TEETH Teeth are remarkably strong, but they can chip, crack (fracture) or break. This can happen in several ways: Biting down on…

TYPES OF BRACES Dental technology has brought us to an exciting time with regards to dental braces. There are many types of braces from metal braces to ceramic braces,…

TOOTH DISCOLORATION: CAUSES AND BEST SOLUTIONS There are plenty of factors that can cause temporary or permanent tooth discolorations. First, there is the extrinsic discoloration, which…

DENTAL IMPLANTS VS. BRIDGEWORK Teeth basically have two main parts; the crown is the part you see in the mouth, and the root is the…

PAIN-FREE DENTISTRY WITH LOCAL ANESTHESIA Local anesthetics come in two varieties: topical and injectable. Topical anesthetics are used to numb just the top surface of…

DENTAL IMPLANT SUCCESS RATE Dental implants traditionally have a very high success rate. The majority of studies that have been done indicate long-term success rates…

COSMETIC AND IMPLANT DENTISTRY FOR A SMILE MAKEOVER Through a combination of modern dental science and artistry a dental makeover can help you achieve the…

TREATING DIFFICULT AREAS OF PERIODONTAL DISEASE The goal of any periodontal treatment (“peri” – around; “odont” – tooth) is to keep the supporting structures of…

DENTAL IMPLANT MAINTENANCE – IMPLANT TEETH MUST BE CLEANED DIFFERENTLY Dental implants replace the root parts of the teeth. Artificial crowns, bridgework or removable dentures— tooth replacements that make up…