Building the best smile possible doesn’t always consist of making sure that your mouth is supremely cleaned on a daily basis. Even if you keep your mouth as clean as possible, the truth is that several risks can still arise. This could be linked to oral accidents or injuries or simply an issue that is occurring deep within your body.... read more »

Were you aware that there’s a right and wrong way to brush your teeth? Did you know that brushing incorrectly can hurt your smile? Today we are providing you with a quick guide to help you brush your teeth properly and safely for what can be a beautiful smile. We recommend that you brush your teeth at least two times... read more »

Ofttimes, people assume that orthodontic treatment must be completed during your pre-teen or teenage years. But what if you missed out on getting braces during that time? Are you stuck with a crooked smile for the rest of your life? The answer is a resounding “No!” You can get a healthier, straighter, easier-to-clean smile at any age! If you require... read more »

When you eat and drink you are not just putting tasty things in your mouth, but things that can help or hurt your oral health. Today we're looking at what you should consuming if you want to keep your teeth and gums as healthy as they can be. Our Aesthetics & Essentials Dental Group team in invites you to consider... read more »

The American Dental Association advocates a consistent daily oral hygiene routine to help reduce your chances of suffering from cavities and gum disease. This consists of brushing your teeth each morning and night, as well as flossing between each of your teeth and around the gumline at least once per day. Inconsistencies in your daily oral hygiene habits can promote... read more »

Gum disease is a destructive periodontal infection that can affect many areas of your oral health if ignored over time. This infection can arise from complications caused by not visiting the dentist for checkups, having poor oral hygiene, smoking or chewing tobacco, or struggling to clean between crooked teeth. Patients may not always be aware that they have gum disease,... read more »

The American Association of Endodontists notes that athletic injuries are a common source of dental trauma. This is often the result of an accidental or unintentional blow to the face, and might also be associated with soft tissue trauma and joint injury. To help minimize potential oral trauma many schools and athletic organizations require the use of a protective mouth... read more »

Nursing mothers are sometimes concerned about seeing the dentist for dental work while they are still breastfeeding their child. The good news is, dental materials are safe for breastfeeding mothers and won't impact breast milk. You can indeed have laser dentistry, and use sedation methods during your treatment, without having to pump and dump the breast milk. Local anesthetics such... read more »

Any tooth is vulnerable to chipping and cracks even though they are extremely strong. Tooth decay; bad dental habits such as chewing on ice; and accidents involving a car, hard falls, or blows to the face can result in a tooth breaking. Even if you don’t feel any pain, you should still see the dentist as soon as possible to... read more »

Your oral health care can never be taken lightly. Taking care of your smile can help you keep your teeth healthy and functional. Even the smallest details can have enduring effects. Here are some questions you’ll want to ask yourself if you desire to have a better smile. - Do you brush your teeth twice and floss your teeth once... read more »