Do you know the important differences between full and partial dentures? Our team is happy to review both versions for optimal tooth replacement to help you better understand how they can restore your smile. Below we will review the main types of dentures, which are full and partial dentures, and the benefits they have to offer. Dentures replace missing teeth... read more »
October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »
If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »
When it comes to your teeth and the health of your mouth, softer is better. Both in your toothbrush and how hard you use that toothbrush, if you choose to go harder you could do damage to your mouth. Our dentist, Dr. Steven Wolfson, understands the common problems people run into with brushing their teeth, and is happy to help... read more »
Dental implant restorations have continued to grow in popularity for patients who have lost one or more teeth to untreated cavities or dental trauma. However, this process often calls for one or more oral surgeries over a prolonged amount of time. If you aren’t comfortable with these factors a dentist like Dr. Steven Wolfson might recommend providing you with a... read more »
An athletic injury that affects the head, face or directly impacts the mouth can sometimes exert enough force to badly fracture, crack or cleave a tooth near the gumline. The immediate distress and discomfort of a moment like this is an obvious sign that the individual needs emergency treatment. In a moment such as this the person may also benefit... read more »
Some individuals have a propensity for grinding their teeth when sleeping. Often associated with unresolved chronic stress, this condition known as bruxism can apply significant stress to the temporomandibular joints and potentially chip a tooth. Without remediation, these factors could lead to problems with TMJ disorder, damaged dental work, compromised tooth enamel, and teeth that are more prone... read more »
One of the greatest oral health risks to your smile occurs due to gum disease. Gum disease is an infection of your gum tissues that can arise due to lifestyle choices, your diet, poor oral hygiene or lack of dental visits. To help protect your smile from early stages of gum disease, also known as gingivitis, it is important to... read more »
To always make sure that your mouth can continue to function effectively, it is essential that you add additional layers of protection against risks such as cavities and gum disease. This includes making sure any debris and plaque buildup that occurs in your mouth is effectively treated. Plaque buildup often arises as a thin layer due to poor oral hygiene.... read more »
Mouthguards protect the teeth of those who wear them. Unfortunately, thousands of sports athletes every year experience serious mouth and tooth injuries because of the lack use. This is not so surprising when it is understood nearly half of the injuries in the United States come from baseball and basketball, sports that do not require mouthguards. Many studies have confirmed... read more »