3-D printing is an exciting and quickly evolving tool. There are numerous innovative applications for 3-D digital technology in dentistry. As your family dentist, we understand the importance of implementing new technologies as they arise. Currently, most dental health professionals utilize both digital and traditional treatment methods, depending on the individual circumstances of each patient….
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Types of Dental Crowns
What is a Dental Crown? A dental crown is a protective covering or “cap” that your family dentist affixes onto a damaged tooth which strengthens the tooth, protects exposed nerves and may also improve tooth alignment and the appearance of the mouth. A dental crown may also be used to anchor a dental bridge in…
Continue ReadingDental Emergencies (Part 2 of 2)
What to do if you crack, fracture or knock out a tooth: If you crack, fracture or accidentally knock out a tooth, it is essential that you contact your family dentist IMMEDIATELY. Your tooth may be saved if your dentist has a chance to repair the damage shortly after the accident. What you can do…
Continue ReadingDental Emergencies (Part 1 of 2)
What constitutes a Dental Emergency? Any type of serious injury to the lips, mouth, cheek, or tongue is a dental emergency. You should call your family dentist immediately if you have any of the following symptoms: If you have been hit in the mouth, or hit your mouth hard on something. …
Continue ReadingWhy should I see a Prosthodontist for dentures? (Part 3 of 3)
What is a ‘prosthodontist’ anyway? A prosthodontist is a dentist who, after completing dental school, also becomes a specialist in the field of restoration of the jaw and mouth — after completing an additional three years of advanced training through an ADA-accredited prosthodontic graduate program. (‘Prostho’ means ‘replacement’ and ‘dontist’ means ‘pertaining to or dealing…
Continue ReadingWhat you should know about your dental appointment if you suffer from cold sores:
We often see patients who suffer from cold sores. Nearly 70% of American citizens test positive for herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) — the virus that causes cold sores. Canker sores and cold sores are different. Canker sores occur only inside the mouth, are not caused by a virus, and are not contagious….
Continue ReadingOral Health Tips for College Students
When heading to college for the first time, teenagers- now officially adults – often need to be reminded about the importance of their oral health. They are fully independent and living on their own for the first time, and many can develop bad habits or simply forget now that their parents are not there to…
Continue ReadingDental Health Basics for Toddlers
“I can do it myself!” Parents of toddlers are familiar with this announcement as their children progress into the age of self-awareness and growing independence. Even so, children need assistance with oral hygiene. Your child’s dentist is a valuable resource for developing an effective daily oral care routine that also embraces your toddler’s enthusiastic independence….
Continue ReadingDental Health Basics for Babies
Parents often ask when they should start taking their kids to the dentist. We follow the guidelines of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry: the first visit should no later than the child’s first birthday and then at regular intervals as recommended by your child’s dentist. Why so early? The…
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