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 »

Are you familiar with bad breath and everything it entails? Although we often think of bad breath as simply the result of foods that we are eating, the truth is that most breath-offending foods including garlic and onions, only produce bad breath odors and are not the result of bacterial infections. If bacteria in your mouth is allowed to collect,... read more »

When a cavity goes without treatment long enough that it grows from a small area of decay to affect a lot of the tooth, it can start to impede oral function. A badly decayed tooth may require that a dental crown replaced the compromised tooth enamel. In order to receive a custom dental crown, you typically need to visit Dr.... read more »

When you are ready to take your smile to the next level and advance your oral health care, look for new ways to improve your interdental cleaning. Through the use of interdental cleaning, you can easily clean between teeth with highly effective tools such as dental floss. By using durable dental floss safely and effectively, you can dramatically improve your... read more »

Oral cancer is a very dangerous condition, but it can have a high survival rate if detected and treated early. This is why you should treat any symptoms with concern. Our team offers routine oral cancer screenings at your routine dental checkups. We encourage you to monitor your oral health regularly to catch these early symptoms of oral cancer: -... read more »

Building a better smile includes always taking the time to enhance your oral health through any means necessary. One of the key risk factors for poor oral health or failing health is the result of holes in your tooth enamel known as cavities. To help effectively treat cavities, dental fillings must be used. However, cavity prevention is key if you... read more »

Your best smile begins by taking care of every little aspect of it. As you age, your teeth will begin to wear down. This is just a natural process of aging. However, just as you can exercise to keep your body in shape, you can implement oral health care techniques to improve your smile. This includes improving your oral hygiene,... read more »

It’s very important to attend your dental checkups every six months. Do you ever wonder why? If so, our dentist, Dr. Annette Moranda, is more than happy to tell you why. Dental cleanings and exams are vital for strong and healthy teeth, gums, and smile. In fact, you need them for the top-notch oral health you deserve. This is because... read more »