Understanding Braces and Cavity Formations

If you have a teenager with crooked teeth and you want to start the tooth straightening process with your child, then you should know that there are some orthodontic concerns that you should worry about. One of the major concerns as a parent is whether or not the braces cause cavities to develop. If you want to know a little about this and also some of the answers to some common cavity questions, then keep reading. Read More 

Four Cosmetic Dentistry Options To Consider After Your Braces Come Off

Braces can help to straighten your teeth and give you a better smile, but there may be other cosmetic dental procedures to consider after the braces come off to make your smile the best it can be. Discuss the following options with your dentist to see which ones are right for you. Tooth Whitening Tooth whitening is ideal if your teeth are stained or discolored, but the procedure can't be done while you have braces on. Read More 

Tips For Helping Kids Make A Dental Care Inspirational Poster

Taking care of one's teeth is a responsibility that you need to teach your kids to value. Children's dental care specialists can provide regular check-ups and help your children feel safe and comfortable during bi-annual checkups and other dental appointments. To help prevent teeth problems in impressionable children, follow these tips to set aside some "craft time" and help your kids make a dental care inspirational poster. Decide on a Specific Purpose for Your Poster Read More 

Services Of A Family Dentist

Having a family dentist can help ensure that your teeth remain healthy. Since you will likely visit him or her at least once every six months, he or she is able to monitor changes to your oral health closely, Here are a few services that you can expect your family dentist to provide: Professional Dental Cleanings Professional cleanings clear away more debris than regular brushing and flossing can. The cleanings remove tartar, which is calcified plaque. Read More 

Permanent, Affordable Options for Missing Teeth

If you're missing teeth, you are probably looking for a solution that won't break the bank. While dental implants are a great choice for permanently replacing lost teeth, they can be pricey. Thankfully, there are some new alternatives that provide the permanent quality of dental implants while remaining quite affordable. Read on to learn more about these options and how they could help you. Implant Base Both of the alternatives you're about to read about involve using the same base as a standard tooth implant. Read More