Periodontics
What Does a Dental Cleaning Cost? What You’re Actually Paying For
One of the most common questions dental offices hear is also one of the most reasonable: “How much does a dental cleaning cost?” If you are paying out of pocket, comparing dental offices, have recently moved, or simply want to understand what your insurance is actually paying for, you probably want a straightforward answer. Nationally,…
Read MoreWhat Is Gum Recession? Why Your Teeth May Look Longer and What You Can Do About It
Have you ever looked closely at your smile and thought that one of your teeth suddenly seemed longer than it used to? Maybe you noticed a small notch near the gumline. Perhaps cold water started causing a quick jolt of sensitivity. Or your dentist mentioned that your gums were receding even though you hadn’t…
Read MoreIs Periodontal Disease Reversible?
Periodontal disease is a common and often unpleasant disease ranging from its earliest form of gingivitis all the way to advanced chronic periodontitis. According to research evidence, it could also play a role in a whole host of seemingly unrelated health problems. Periodontal Disease is a slow, progressive disease that has the capability to destroy…
Read MoreWhy Does My Tooth Hurt at Night? What Nighttime Tooth Pain May Be Telling You
You finally get into bed, the house becomes quiet, and suddenly your tooth starts throbbing. Maybe it bothered you a little during the day but became significantly worse at night. Perhaps you felt almost nothing until you lay down. Or you wake at two in the morning with a toothache that seems impossible to ignore.…
Read MoreWhen To Seek Emergency Dental Care
One of your worst fears is realized: A toothache begins to develop throughout an evening. Panic mode ensues. What are you going to do? Who are you going to call? Do not panic. Below are some answers for you regarding some typical dental emergencies and receiving emergency dental care. There are different types of dental…
Read MorePregnancy and Oral Health: Protecting Your Smile and Your Baby’s Health
Pregnancy is an exciting time filled with remarkable changes throughout your body including changes that affect your oral health. While many expectant mothers focus on prenatal vitamins, nutrition, and routine medical care, oral health is often overlooked despite its important role in supporting both maternal and fetal well-being. Research has shown that hormonal changes during…
Read MoreTop 10 Reasons To Maintain Regular Dental Visits
Everyone knows regular dental appointments are essential to dental health. Below are the top 10 things your dentist would want you to know about dental exams and routine dental appointments! Change your toothbrush regularly. This can be as often as every three months. A toothbrush used regularly will get worn out after three months of…
Read MoreTop 5 Signs Of Periodontal Disease
Nearly 50 percent of all patients experience some form of periodontal disease in their lives. Most fail to understand that if periodontal disease is left untreated, it can negatively impact your oral health, resulting in dental infections, gum recession, and possibly tooth loss. Your gums are an essential part of oral and overall health,…
Read MoreWhat Is Full Periodontal Charting?
A Simple Exam That Can Detect Gum Disease Before You Notice Symptoms Many people are surprised to learn that gum disease often develops without pain. In fact, you can lose bone around your teeth for months—or even years. Before you notice anything is wrong. That’s why one of the most important parts of every comprehensive…
Read MoreCan a Dentist Fix an Overbite? Understanding What Can—and Cannot—Be Changed
An overbite is one of those dental terms almost everyone has heard, yet it is frequently misunderstood. Some degree of vertical overlap between the upper and lower front teeth is normal. In fact, a healthy bite generally includes some overlap. The concern begins when that relationship becomes excessive enough to affect tooth wear, appearance, gum…
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