Even though the damage to your teeth may be minor, it might not feel that way to you. When you look in the mirror, that small chip, or discolored or misshapen tooth may be the first thing you see. It might even be the only thing you can see, and you may feel self-conscious about it. Dental veneers are thin... read more »

If you have missing teeth, you are at a disadvantage. Not will you feel self-conscious and uncomfortable in social and work settings, but a full set of teeth allows a person to eat and speak more efficiently. Missing teeth give plaque and bacteria extra places to accumulate, and will allow your remaining teeth to drift out of alignment. Many people... read more »

Each of your teeth is designed for a specific purpose. Your back teeth, known as your premolars and molars are designed to chew your food and prepare it for digestion. To do that effectively, your back teeth have grooves and ridges, also known as fissures, on the chewing surface. Those fissures allow the teeth to grind your food before you... read more »

Teeth whitening has been around long enough that there are plenty of products lining the shelves of your local store. There are whitening toothpastes, rinses, strips and other things you can use to give yourself a whiter, brighter smile. Before you start any new dental regimen, you should talk with your dentist about the possible benefits, drawbacks and side effects... read more »

A common, yet serious disease that often affects those individuals who neglect their daily brushing and flossing habits is periodontal disease, also referred to as gum disease. Gum disease is noted by an infection in your gum tissue that if left untreated, will result in total tooth loss. Do you constantly have bad breath no matter how often you try... read more »

When your little one’s teeth fall out, they actually go through a process known as resorption. During this process, the roots of your child’s teeth will be reabsorbed into the gums, which allow the teeth to fall out. However, adults could also have resorption, which could lead to a number of problems. Fortunately, there are a few things you can... read more »