If you go to your dentist to fill a cavity or apply a crown, they may also recommend a procedure called crown lengthening. Crowns need at least two millimeters of surface area to bond with the gums, so crown lengthening reshapes the gums to expose more of the tooth underneath. This helps bond the crown…
If you notice your teeth are temperature sensitive or that your gums are thinning, you may need gum graft surgery. During this procedure, an oral surgeon takes tissue from your soft palate or from other donated materials and replaces your receded gums with the tissue. This surgery helps protect your teeth from decay and improves…
If you have missing teeth or have been wearing dentures for a long time, dental implants are a great way to restore functionality and strength in the jaw. However, some patients could require a sinus lift if they do not have a sufficient base for the implants. During a sinus lift, the oral surgeon lifts…
A chipped tooth can be anything from a minor nuisance to a serious emergency. For our purposes in this article, we will consider instances in which people chip a front tooth as opposed to cases of cracked or broken teeth anywhere in the mouth. There are different considerations based on where the tooth is located…
Following the extraction of wisdom teeth, it is important to comply with your surgeon’s post-operative instructions. This helps ensure the best and fastest healing for your surgical sites. The instructions you receive following wisdom teeth extractions typically includes restrictions to your diet. This article will explain what you need to know so that you experience…
The dental treatments of veneers and crowns share many similarities, and from a layperson’s perspective, they can even look the same. There are several important differences between these dental restorations, and we will explain them in this week’s blog. Your dentist can help you understand these differences and choose the treatment that is right for…
Everything is digitizing, including dentistry. While many dentists have been using digital technologies to create things like crowns and retainers for many years, dentures have been slower to gain popularity. For a variety of reasons, dentures are slightly more difficult to digitize. It is safe to say that we have now reached a point where…
Dental fear or phobia is a genuine problem that prevents many people from seeking the essential dental care they need to maintain good oral and overall health. With sedation dentistry, your dentist can help you overcome dental fear and undergo any necessary treatment. What is Sedation Dentistry? Sedation dentistry is an umbrella term that covers…
Many people are confused by advertisements or information from their dentists stating that they can help with a sleep condition. While your dental health and your quality of sleep seem to be unrelated, there are actually several important connections between the two. Your dentist is in a prime position to spot these connections and even…
Athletes of all ages and skill levels are at risk for injuries and dental problems. Dental issues can have an impact on an athlete’s performance. The good news is that they are preventable in most cases. How Common Dental Problems Can Affect Athletes Dental problems are a common cause of missed school and work. This…