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Protrusions: Point Me In The Right Direction
One of the more common orthodontic issues we see in our office is a dental protrusion, where the upper front teeth extend significantly forward of the lower teeth. In many cases, a protrusion is accompanied by other complications such as tooth crowding, excessive spacing, or bite issues like: Open bite: where the back teeth touch,…
Read MoreSippy Cup: Friend Or Foe?
The sippy cup is a spill proof, lid-covered drinking cup designed to help parents teach their toddlers how to drink without spilling. Children can toss it, drop it and turn it upside down, but they can’t spill its contents. That’s thanks to a valve in the top that releases liquid only when a child puts…
Read MoreQuality Dental Care
Quality dental care is essential for your child’s lifelong oral health. It’s important that your child’s first experiences with the dentist are positive. That’s why your dentist will make every effort to help your child feel comfortable and in control during each visit. Your own attitude and example also play an important role in setting…
Read MoreChoosing a Toothpaste
Toothpaste plays an important role in oral hygiene, but it’s ultimately your brushing technique, not the toothpaste itself, that removes plaque, the sticky film of bacteria, food, and debris that causes tooth decay and gum disease. Here’s what to consider when selecting a toothpaste that meets your needs: Fluoride: A Must-Have Always choose a toothpaste…
Read MoreChilds First Visit to the Dentist
Unless a problem is suspected, we would like to see your child after his/her primary teeth erupt into the mouth [24-36 months]. The most important goals of this first visit are to introduce your child to the office surroundings and to develop a trust in the dentist and our staff. We view this visit as…
Read MoreXylitol: The Tooth Friendly Sweetener
Xylitol is a white, crystalline substance that looks and tastes like sugar, but with a major advantage: it can help prevent tooth decay. Naturally occurring in foods like birch bark, raspberries, plums, corn, and mushrooms, xylitol is classified as a sugar alcohol, not a true sugar. It’s sometimes referred to as wood sugar or birch…
Read MoreInvisible Braces Bring Visible Results
Invisalign® utilizes 3-D computer technology with clear, plastic removable “aligners” to move teeth at a rate similar to traditional braces, but without any metal or wires. The “aligners” can be removed to eat and clean your teeth and are generally undetectable when worn. The computer imaging technology can predetermine and develop a treatment plan from…
Read MoreTOXIC
Over the years, numerous studies have raised concerns about the potential health risks associated with mercury-based (amalgam) dental fillings. These silver-colored fillings contain a mix of metals, including mercury, which has been linked to a range of symptoms in sensitive individuals, such as gastrointestinal discomfort, sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating, memory issues, chronic fatigue, bleeding gums,…
Read MoreA Crowning Achievement
When a significant portion of a tooth is lost due to decay, fracture, or wear, the most effective way to restore its strength, function, and appearance is often with a dental crown (also known as a cap). Crowns are typically made from porcelain fused to metal or all-ceramic materials, depending on the location of the…
Read MoreChild Safety: Poisoning
A poison is anything that you eat, breathe or touch that could cause illness or death. In the United States a child is poisoned every 30 seconds and 60% of those children are under the age 6 who are curious by nature and attracted to colorful materials and packages. Most accidents involving poisons occur in…
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