Cosmetic & General Dentistry

As the old Fifties song goes, “Little things mean a lot.” They can also be the most irritating,...

Most of the time, root canal therapy is effective at permanently relieving tooth pain and halting infection of...

About one-quarter of people have teeth that never developed. While most of these congenitally missing teeth are wisdom...

When you were a youngster, did you ever get a black eye, chip a tooth or bruise your...

You’ve no doubt heard it said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. In...

Dentistry is an art as well as a science; dental crowns offer a perfect example of this. A...

Dentistry is an art as well as a science; dental crowns offer a perfect example of this. A...

We are proud of the ways in which dentistry can restore broken or decayed teeth to full beauty...

Smiling with confidence makes you feel great. A beautiful smile is also an important social and professional asset....

There are times when a tooth suffers damage (from decay, for example) that is too extensive to be...

If you could have fillings that matched the natural color of your teeth so well that nobody could...

What makes a smile beautiful? That’s a complex question, but some qualities of a lovely smile are immediately...

Most of the time, root canal therapy is effective at permanently relieving tooth pain and halting infection of...

Root canal treatment is a safe and effective way to stop many kinds of tooth pain, and to...

Occasionally, root canal treatment proves unsuccessful at resolving an infection in the tissues near a tooth’s roots. That’s...

Root canal treatment — also called endodontics (“endo” – inside, “dont” – tooth) — is a set of...

If you have been told you need root canal treatment, you may be feeling a bit nervous. Not...

Firmly anchored in your jaw and protected by an outer coating of tough enamel, your teeth are remarkably...

What do orthodontists do? Orthodontists are dental specialists who diagnose and treat problems with the position, alignment or...

There are more and more adult orthodontic patients these days, and it’s not hard to figure out why....

You know how important it is to brush and floss properly when you’re wearing braces — but what’s...

One day in the not-too-distant future, your braces will come off. In a few moments, you’ll be free...

There’s a new technology that’s (literally) putting a smile on plenty of young faces: A system of clear,...

When you hear the word “orthodontics,” what comes to mind? Probably a young teenager whose teeth are covered...

Replacement teeth supported by dental implants function so well and last so long because, like natural teeth, they...

If you have lost an entire arch of teeth (top and/or bottom), or are soon to have your...

What are dental implants? Dental implants are small titanium posts that replace the roots of missing teeth (View...

The dental implant is today’s state-of-the-art tooth replacement method. It consists of a very small titanium post (the...

If you have lost any of your teeth, you no doubt realize there are consequences to living without...

You’ve no doubt heard it said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. In...

Diabetes is a group of chronic inflammatory diseases that affect the body’s ability to process sugar. If you...

If you’re like most people, you probably learned how to brush as a child… and chances are, you...

You always brush twice a day, avoid sugary snacks between meals, and go to the dentist regularly. Do...

At the present time, oral piercings such as tongue bolts, cheek studs, and lip rings seem to be...

Even if you brush and floss your teeth faithfully, it is important that you have your teeth professionally...

A tooth that has been structurally damaged by decay or trauma sometimes needs to be crowned or “capped”...

If you’ve ever had needle phobia, you might like to learn about a new technology referred to as...

In the future, could small cavities be detected early and filled without anesthesia, and with only the minimum...

It’s almost impossible to imagine the practice of dentistry without x-ray technology. Radiographs (x-ray pictures) allow dentists to...

In the early 20th Century, not long after X-rays were discovered, medical professionals recognized their value as diagnostic...

They are inside your laptop computer and your DVD player, present on the factory floor and the supermarket...

When you were a youngster, did you ever get a black eye, chip a tooth or bruise your...

When you are a child, your first loose tooth can be cause for celebration; when you are an...

While you may think that some loss of teeth is inevitable with aging, it is actually possible for...

If gum recession is affecting your health or your appearance, a procedure called gingival (gum) grafting may be...

You know it instinctively: A good night’s sleep is essential for good health. It makes you feel rested...

Cancer is a scary word, but the more you know about it, the better able you will be...

Cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common birth defects, estimated to affect around one in...

Firmly anchored in your jaw and protected by an outer coating of tough enamel, your teeth are remarkably...

Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones and makes them more prone to fracture. Estimated to affect about...

If your teeth seem especially sensitive after you brush them or when you consume certain foods or beverages,...

When you were a youngster, did you ever get a black eye, chip a tooth or bruise your...

Cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common birth defects, estimated to affect around one in...

Although oral cancer may not get as much attention as some more widely-known types of cancer, that doesn’t...

In many cases, problems with the bite or the alignment of the teeth can be corrected using today’s...

Millions of people regularly take anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications (sometimes called “blood thinners”) to help prevent heart attack...

There’s so much dentistry can do these days to make your mouth healthier and your smile more beautiful....

The number of children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been steadily increasing over the past...

New parents have plenty to worry about: making sure their baby is healthy and happy, re-arranging their lives...

The most likely location for a cavity to develop in your child’s mouth is on the chewing surfaces...

New parents sometimes anticipate their baby’s first tooth with a mixture of excitement and worry. While reaching a...

Your child’s little baby teeth have some big responsibilities. Until the adolescent years, they will not only help...

Sucking on a thumb or finger is a completely normal habit that some babies develop even before they’re...

When dental emergencies and pain occur, our attention is often focused on diseases and injuries related to the...

The World’s Oldest and Most Widespread Disease...

At first, having orthodontic treatment may take a little getting used to. It isn’t uncommon to experience a...

Traumatic dental injuries can occur in people of all ages and activity levels. The cause might be a...

When you have a dental emergency — whether it’s caused by a sudden accident or chronic disease —...

The person least likely to be present when a sports injury occurs is a dentist....

If you’ve ever had needle phobia, you might like to learn about a new technology referred to as...

They are inside your laptop computer and your DVD player, present on the factory floor and the supermarket...

There’s so much dentistry can do these days to make your mouth healthier and your smile more beautiful....

Some people fail to receive the benefits of modern dental treatment because of a simple yet seemingly overwhelming...

When you are a child, your first loose tooth can be cause for celebration; when you are an...

There are many elements that make up an ideal smile; bright, healthy-looking teeth immediately come to mind. But...

Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection caused by bacterial plaque, a thin, sticky layer of microorganisms (called a...

While you may think that some loss of teeth is inevitable with aging, it is actually possible for...

When advanced gum disease (periodontitis) develops, your teeth are in danger: At this stage, the ligaments and bone...

If gum recession is affecting your health or your appearance, a procedure called gingival (gum) grafting may be...