My Blog - General and Cosmetic Dentist

Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
posted: Oct. 05, 2019.

As the host of America's Funniest Home Videos on ABC TV, Alfonso Ribeiro has witnessed plenty of unintentional physical comedy…or, as he puts it in an interview with Dear Read more
New Minimally Invasive Techniques are Improving Tooth Decay Treatment
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.

Although techniques and materials have changed, dentists still follow basic principles for treating tooth decay that date from the late 19th Century. And for good reason: They work. These Read more
Don't Delay Seeing the Dentist If You Suspect Gum Recession
posted: Sep. 15, 2019.

Calling someone "long in the tooth" is an unflattering way of saying they're getting old. The phrase refers to the effects of gum recession, in which the gums pull Read more
A Little Orthodontic Magic Could Help an Impacted Tooth Erupt
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.

Bite problems aren't limited to teeth simply out of position. The problem could be some teeth aren't there—visibly, that is. They still exist below the gums and bone, but Read more
Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.

The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But Read more
Lingual Braces: An Invisible Way to Move Your Teeth
posted: Aug. 16, 2019.

Once upon a time, braces were the way to straighten a smile. They were—and continue to be—an effective orthodontic treatment especially for younger patients. But braces do have a Read more
Preventing Decay in Primary Teeth Promises Better Health Now and Later
posted: Aug. 06, 2019.

True or false: there’s no cause for concern about tooth decay until your child’s permanent teeth erupt. False—decayed primary teeth can lead to potentially serious consequences later in life. Although “baby” Read more
This Rare Tongue Condition Often Looks Worse than it Actually is
posted: Jul. 27, 2019.

There are a few mouth conditions so rare most of us have never heard of them. Geographic tongue would fall into this category, affecting only one to three percent Read more
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Jul. 17, 2019.

The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read more
Diabetes Doesn't Have to Stop You From Getting an Implant - if it's Under Control
posted: Jul. 07, 2019.

You would love to replace a troubled tooth with a dental implant. But you have one nagging concern: you also have diabetes. Could that keep you from getting an Read more
Early Orthodontic Techniques Could Stop Growing Bite Problems
posted: Jun. 27, 2019.

The longer many health problems go on, the worse they become. Treating them as early as possible could stop or slow their development. That holds true for poor bites: while Read more
Tooth Type and Condition can Affect Root Canal Therapy Effectiveness
posted: Jun. 17, 2019.

Root canal therapy is the unsung "hero" of dentistry. Although often falsely maligned as an unpleasant experience, millions of decayed teeth have been saved thanks to this routine treatment. But Read more
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Jun. 07, 2019.

Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen Read more
Transforming Your Smile with Veneers, Step by Step
posted: May 28, 2019.

Dental veneers are a great way to transform a smile without the expense or effort often required of other restorations. These thin layers of dental material adhere to the Read more
Your Teenager not Ready for an Implant? Here's What We Can Do Instead
posted: May 18, 2019.

Losing a tooth can be traumatic, but a dental implant can dramatically turn that experience around. Providing functionality, life-like appearance and durability, implants stand out as the premier restoration Read more
Root Canal Therapy Might Just Save Your Tooth!
posted: May 08, 2019.

May is National Save Your Tooth Month, and tooth decay is a leading cause of lost teeth. It all begins with oral bacteria growing rapidly in built-up deposits of Read more