Temporal Mandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems
Among the most common, irritating and difficult to diagnose problems with head and neck pain are temporal mandibular joint problems, more commonly known as TMJ problems.
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Fluoride Treatments
For decades, fluoride has been held in high regard by the dental community as an important mineral that is absorbed into and strengthens tooth enamel, thereby helping to prevent decay of tooth structures.
Dealing with Traumatic Dental Injuries
Dealing with traumatic dental injuries and emergencies can be unnerving, but knowing what to do can help you manage the situation with a level head. Here's some advice and tips for how to handle a traumatic dental injury for the best possible outcome.
Dental Veneers
Porcelain veneers, sometimes called tooth veneers, can be used to correct both color and shape problems and make for a great smile makeover.
Dental Implants
Dental Implants are a great advancement in dentistry as they permanently replace missing teeth in a way that no previous dental technique was able to accomplish.
Crown Lengthening
Periodontal procedures, such as crown lengthening, are available to lay the groundwork for restorative and cosmetic dentistry and/or to improve the esthetics of your gum line.
Root Canal Therapy
When the pulp, or soft inner tissue, of a tooth becomes infected, it can be extremely painful, and if left untreated, can result in the loss of the tooth. Dentists perform root canals to repair the damage and save the tooth.
Oral Cancer
Oral cancer includes cancers of the mouth and the pharynx (the back of the throat). Oral cancer accounts for roughly two percent of all cancers diagnosed annually in the United States.
Best Flossing Practices For Healthy Teeth & Gums
Combined with brushing, flossing is a very important daily step in maintaining good oral hygiene.
Toothaches
A "toothache" is pain typically around a tooth, teeth or jaws. In most instances, toothaches are caused by a dental problem, such as a dental cavity, a cracked or fractured tooth, an exposed tooth root, or gum disease.