You probably learned your dental hygiene habits as a young person. But now as an adult, you have some questions that went unanswered. Do you really need to limit your sugar? Is it sugar that causes cavities? This is a good question. The more you know about cavities and how they form, the more prepared you are to NOT get... read more »

When your tooth enamel is damaged, holes can begin to manifest. When a hole digs clear into the tooth’s root, it is known as a cavity. Luckily, there is a dental procedure to treat cavities known as dental fillings. Two of the most helpful types of dental fillings are dental amalgams and composite fillings. For a better understanding of the... read more »

If you are missing any teeth, it would be wise to select a tooth replacement as soon as possible. Missing teeth have been connected to an increase in tooth decay and can destabilize the gums in the area, knocking other teeth out of their positions. When a person loses their teeth, their face sinks in and they begin to look... read more »

Missing multiple teeth in one area of your mouth, can severely compromise your ability to chew food and could even cause you to slur your speech. It’s also worth noting that if the area is not addressed the surrounding teeth will likely start to twist and migrate to compensate for the void, leading to a host of alignment issues. In... read more »