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How to Protect Your Teeth

My kids are involved in several different sports, including some that are known for being a bit rough, like hockey and football. I worry about them being injured, but I don’t want to curb their athletic spirit. So I take steps to make certain that they’re as protected as possible. That means protecting their teeth, too. My children’s dentist told me that the best way to protect their teeth was to use custom mouth guards that would keep their teeth safe even in the event of a blow to the mouth. I started this blog to talk about different ways to protect teeth – from mouth guards and dental devices you wear while you sleep, to plain old brushing and flossing. There are many ways to protect your teeth depending on your needs. Find out which one is right for you.

What To Do If You Break A Tooth Filling

Posted on November 1, 2017

If you have broken fillings, you may be wondering what you should do next. Here are some steps that will help you fix your fillings ASAP, lessen any pain, and prevent future incidents. Call Your Dentist  There are many dentists who accept emergency patients at odd hours, so you may be able to get in to see your dentist sooner rather than later. However, you need to call the office ahead of time--or have someone call for you--so that the dentist understands the situation and can plan accordingly before you arrive. [Read More]

What To Expect When You Have A Tooth Extracted

Posted on October 4, 2017

When you have a decayed or broken tooth, your dentist usually prefers to save it rather than pull the tooth. In some cases though, it's necessary to pull a tooth. This may happen if the tooth isn't positioned properly and it pushes against other teeth. There may even be times when you have a toothache and can't afford a root canal and crown so you opt to have the tooth pulled. [Read More]

3 Ways To Help Your Child Brush Their Teeth

Posted on September 10, 2017

Whether your child still has baby teeth or has already developed some or all of their adult teeth, good oral hygiene habits should start early. If you help your child to develop good habits now, they will serve them throughout life and help prevent them from experiencing gum disease and tooth loss. Here are three tips you can follow to improve your child's tooth brushing habits: Learn From You Dentists can explain to children how to brush and what to do, but children learn best when their parents show them exactly what to do. [Read More]

Three Signs That Your Teen Is Ready For Veneers

Posted on August 15, 2017

If your child has permanent tooth discoloration, such as from fluorosis, then you may be planning on getting them veneers when they are old enough. Veneers are a permanent solution, since the enamel on the teeth must be filed down before the thin porcelain caps are glued into place. For this reason, it's vital that you make sure your child is ready. The following are signs that the time may finally be right for veneers. [Read More]