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, catching problems in their early... 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 tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... 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 living cells it can’t grow... 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 your family history. We will... read more »
If you are about to have oral surgery, then we have tips for you! Oral surgery is an important process that needs to be taken seriously. To help you with your surgery, our team is happy to share with you some information on what to keep in mind during your recovery process. First, our doctor, Dr. Clell M. Morris, is... read more »
If for any reason you are suffering from jaw pain, it could be linked to an underlying condition with your temporomandibular joints. Your temporomandibular joints, also frequently referred to as TMJs, are ball-and-socket joints on both sides of your head that work in tandem to effectively allow your smile to move at all the angles that it does. However, several... read more »
One of the most highly effective forms of tooth restoration treatments that can be applied is dental veneers. Dental veneers are designed to dramatically enhance the look of your teeth as they can be capped and customized to near perfect aesthetics. For the beautiful smile you've always wanted, think about the use of restoration treatments in the form of dental... read more »
Your regular dental checkups are highly important, but they are often viewed as insignificant by patients whose healthy teeth don’t have obvious problems. While these visits may seem inconsequential if you don’t have any cavities to treat, it’s important to schedule regular dental cleanings and exams to stop dental problems from occurring in the first place. Here are three significant... read more »
When assessing your oral health care, have you run across any damage or issues with teeth that you would like to have repaired? If you want to look into repairing minor surface problems with teeth, a dental bonding treatment can often be applied to each tooth. Dental bonding treatments are made of resin and porcelain to help match the natural... read more »
Your best smile is a cavity-free one. Cavities are well-documented for the millions of teeth they affect every year. However, cavities can be reversed using dental filling treatments. A dental filling can help eradicate a cavity and protect a tooth from further decay. Thus, it is important to establish safe and effective cavity prevention plans to ensure cavities do not... read more »