Total Dental Health Care in Yorkville
Wear and tear is a common cause of damage to your teeth, especially as you get older. While some wear and tear is inevitable, you can take precautions to reduce the long-term damage it can cause. Regular dental visits will also help keep your teeth healthy and strong. [pullquote]You can also cause wear to your…
Everyone knows the importance of proper nutrition and a good diet when it comes to maintaining physical health. However, the same level of thinking can also help with our dental health, and having good nutritional and eating habits will contribute to healthy teeth and gums. A good, balanced diet can help to boost and maintain…
Gingivitis is an early form of gum disease that leads to inflammation of the gums, also known as gingival tissues. Gingivitis can be an indication that there is a problem with overall oral hygiene, and can lead to more serious gum disease, as well as eventual tooth loss. Our Yorkville dental experts can evaluate your…
Your teeth are designed to withstand quite a bit of pressure. The amount of force generated during normal chewing and biting can be extreme. Your gums, bone, enamel, and dental pulp (nerve) are all designed to absorb a certain amount of force, but only while preforming highly specialized functions. For this reason, unnatural forces and…
X-rays are a vital diagnostic tool in the field of dentistry. Like many dental procedures, though, the way X-rays are produced is changing due to advanced digital technology. What are Digital X-Rays? In traditional X-rays, a special form of light is used to create an image on film that must be developed. Dentists keep these…