Are you familiar with root canals? Root canals are common treatments in dentistry, but they are only typically needed if serious damage has taken place in your mouth. If you have sustained any pulp damage, it is important to remove the pulp with a root canal therapy. Dental erosion and cavities can eventually lead to root canals. If a cavity…
Your toothbrush is a huge part of taking care of your teeth. But in order for it to do its job, you need to take care of your toothbrush! (1) Make sure that you are the only one who uses your toothbrush, and that you only use it for brushing your teeth. Toothbrush sharing is incredibly dangerous to your oral…
Sleep apnea could be the cause of your poor sleeping habits. However, it is hard to diagnose as we are asleep when the issues often arise. For a detailed diagnosis to check for sleep apnea, visit our office for a in-depth examination. Sleep apnea is most commonly found in males over the age of 40. Genetics can also play a…
You may think that after many months, or perhaps two years, you will be done straightening your teeth when your braces are removed. That’s only partly true. Yes, you will have a great deal of hardware off your teeth and off your mind. But, while your braces have done the hard work of moving your teeth into their new alignments,…
In most cases of chronic dental staining, the whitening products sold in stores simply lack the potency to fully restore the appearance of your teeth. In a situation like this, you should turn to Dr. [doctor_name] and the specialists at [hisher] dental office in [city], [state] to have your teeth professionally whitened. This often calls for Dr. [doctor_name] to administer…
A small fracture or chip in a tooth can be caused by any number of things. Sometimes the damage to the tooth seems minimal and is ignored and not treated. This could pose a very serious long-term threat to the health of the tooth. If bacterial deposits build up inside the fracture, a large cavity could develop. This might require…
If you are interested in improving your smile, there are many ways that [practice_name] can help your do just that. One way is through dental veneers. A veneer is a very thin shell designed to cover the front of your teeth. Dr. Krupka may suggest a veneer for teeth that are discolored, worn down, chipped or broken, or not aligned…
Have you been taking the time to keep your smile clean and clear of bacteria and other tooth hazards? Are you doing enough or is your oral health care in need of an overhaul? The benefits of improving your oral health include: – Have you actively avoided oral health perils such as mouth jewelry? – Have you made sure to…
Have you lost most or all of your adult teeth? Ask Dr. [doctor_name] about how dentures in [city], [state], can restore the appearance and functionality of your smile. At our office, we offer both complete and partial dentures to meet the needs of each individual patient. Partial dentures are used when some of the natural teeth still remain and complete…
What are the benefits of CEREC® dental crowns for damaged or broken teeth? If you do have damaged teeth, CEREC crowns can be placed to protect the tooth from further damage above the gum line. In addition, they can be customized and crafted to fit your smile for a better aesthetic. CEREC crowns are designed using state-of-the-art computers down to…