My Blog - General and Cosmetic Dentist

Fifth Harmony's Camila Cabello Chips a Tooth, but Concert Still "Worth It"
posted: Jun. 11, 2018.

Everyone loves a concert where there's plenty of audience participation… until it starts to get out of hand.Â Recently, the platinum-selling band Fifth Harmony was playing to a packed house Read more
New Materials Add Strength to Veneers' Beautiful Life-Likeness
posted: Jun. 01, 2018.

With exciting innovations in cosmetic dentistry over the last few decades, we can now transform nearly any unattractive smile. One of the best and most cost-effective of these is Read more
Pediatric Dentists Specialize in Dental Care for Children and Teens
posted: May 22, 2018.

To get your child on the right track for lifelong dental health we recommend you begin their dental visits around their first birthday. You can certainly visit your family Read more
Increase Your Implant's Success Chances by Keeping Your Gums Healthy
posted: May 12, 2018.

If you’ve just received a dental implant restoration, congratulations! This proven smile-changer is not only life-like, it’s also durable: more than 95% of implants survive at least 10 years. Read more
Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
posted: May 02, 2018.

Everyone has to face the music at some time — even John Lydon, former lead singer of The Sex Pistols, arguably England’s best known punk rock band. The 59-year Read more
3 Factors to Consider When Buying a Toothbrush
posted: Apr. 22, 2018.

If there’s one essential tool for dental health, it’s the toothbrush. But though simple in basic design, manufacturers have nonetheless created a dizzying array of choices that often muddy Read more
3 Situations for Seeing a Periodontist
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.

It’s likely you depend on your regular dentist for the lion’s share of your dental care. But in cases of advanced disease or trauma, you may need the services Read more
Are Lasers for Gum Disease Treatment in Our Future?
posted: Mar. 28, 2018.

One of the most important revolutions in healthcare in recent decades is the increasing use of lasers. Now, laser technology is making a showing in dental care for the Read more
How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
posted: Mar. 13, 2018.

How many actresses have portrayed a neuroscientist on a wildly successful TV comedy while actually holding an advanced degree in neuroscience? As far as we know, exactly one: Mayim Read more
Cosmetic Gum Surgery Can Restore Health as Well as Appearance to Gums
posted: Feb. 26, 2018.

We most often associate plastic surgery with cosmetic enhancements to our outer appearance. While this is their primary purpose, some forms of reconstructive surgery restore lost function and health Read more
Be Wary When Considering Botox Treatment for TMD
posted: Feb. 18, 2018.

If you’ve suffered from problems with your jaw joints, known collectively as temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), then you know how uncomfortable and painful they can be. You may also have Read more
Dentures Require Planning and Attention to Detail to Look Natural
posted: Feb. 03, 2018.

Twenty-six percent of American adults between 65 and 74 have lost all their teeth to dental disease. This isn’t an appearance problem only—lack of teeth can also harm nutrition Read more
Actor David Ramsey Says: Don't Forget to Floss!
posted: Jan. 19, 2018.

Can you have healthy teeth and still have gum disease? Absolutely! And if you don’t believe us, just ask actor David Ramsey. The cast member of TV hits such Read more
Why it's Worth the Effort to Save a Problem Baby Tooth
posted: Jan. 04, 2018.

There are usually two moments when primary (“baby”) teeth generate excitement in your family: when you first notice them in your child’s mouth, and when they come out (and Read more
4 Problem Areas That Could Affect Your Child's Teeth
posted: Dec. 20, 2017.

While they're resilient, your child's teeth aren't invincible. Daily hygiene and regular dental visits are important, but you should also be alert for problems and take action when they Read more
Coaxing Impacted Teeth to the Right Position can Improve Your Smile
posted: Dec. 05, 2017.

What makes an attractive smile? Of course, shiny, straight and defect-free teeth are a big factor. But there’s another equally important element: all your teeth have come in. Sometimes, Read more