Custom Night Guards to Treat Bruxism

Bruxism is a term that describes grinding of the teeth and clenching of the jaw, usually during sleep. While almost every person grinds their teeth minimally during sleep, severe bruxism can lead to long-term problems, including breaking teeth, tooth loss, receding gum lines, or the development of bony ridges in the mouth. Your dentist can…

Is Teeth Whitening Safe?

Teeth whitening is one of the most common cosmetic dentistry procedures available. It is also one of the simplest and safest. Teeth whitening can provide dramatic results, giving you increased self confidence and a smile you can be proud of. How Teeth Whitening Works Teeth whitening is performed by a cosmetic dentist in the office,…

Dental Bonding to Fill in the Gap

Even an otherwise perfect smile can be marred by spaces between the teeth. Sometimes spaces should be treated with orthodontics to move the teeth into the proper place. In other cases, however, the spaces can be filled with cosmetic dentistry treatments. Our cosmetic dentist can help you determine the best type of treatment to correct…

How Careful Must I Be With My New Veneers?

You’ve just rewarded yourself with a new smile makeover thanks to dental veneers. What is the best way to preserve that new smile? [pullquote]Porcelain veneers are strong enough that they actually offer protection to damaged teeth and durable enough to provide stability to treated teeth.[/pullquote] Veneers are a very thin shell usually made from porcelain that are…

Early Detection of Tooth Decay

Tooth decay is one of the most common problems that bring people to the dentist. In many cases, people wait until the tooth has become uncomfortable before they make an appointment. However, regular visits can help spot these issues earlier, allowing them to be treated promptly and effectively. Why Early Detection is Important One reason…