October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems,…… Read More ›
If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing…… Read More ›
When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have…… Read More ›
When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account…… Read More ›
Figuring out what you can and can’t eat with traditional metal braces can be difficult sometimes. You don’t want to bite into anything too crusty or hard because it might damage the brackets and wires. You also don’t want to eat anything too gooey because of the extra time and care it takes to thoroughly…… Read More ›
Enamel erosion is a threat to your oral health. Luckily, it can be treated and, in some cases, avoided with proper oral health habits. Your dentist is qualified to help you manage and overcome your enamel erosion. However, there are some things you should know about it. Our dentist, Dr. Saad, cares about your oral…… Read More ›
You deserve to have a beautiful smile, which is why our dentist and team highly encourage you to maintain your oral hygiene and regularly attend your dental checkups. These habits are very important since they help to detect and prevent the effects of substances and activities that can be hazardous to your smile. We urge…… Read More ›
When a tooth is lost to an untreated case of tooth decay or severe dental trauma, the impact on your overall oral function can be profound. In some of these cases the void left in the mouth can alter the patient’s appearance and cause problems with speech clarity. Over time it could also change the…… Read More ›
Believe it or not, it is more likely that our dentist could discover your sleep apnea than it is that your doctor will. This is because the sleep disorder is very often identified at the same time a dental disorder called bruxism is diagnosed. They are typically affiliated with each other. Bruxism is a fancy…… Read More ›
Children are highly active and sometimes prone to injury. Some children also have bad habits like chewing on pencils and pens. This increases their chances of suffering chipped teeth, dental fractures and soft tissue trauma. In some of these situations you might need to apply some basic first-aid while seeking emergency treatment from a dentist…… Read More ›