Congratulations! Your teeth are about to get a lot prettier. But for a veneer procedure to go well, certain steps have to be taken. Here’s a list to check off … read more
How ‘Long in the Tooth’ Can a Tooth Filling Get?
Whether your dental fillings last a lifetime depends on a number of factors, but the biggest variable is the relationship between your dentist and you. Learn more about the lifespan … read more
What Are Composite Fillings, and Why Are They Used?
Dental fillings have come a long way over the years. Traditional dental amalgams, which are mixtures of silver, mercury, copper and tin, have given way to composite filling, which are … read more
Can I Change The Shape Of My Teeth?
Being born with a perfect, “move star” smile is incredibly rare. Believe it or not, most of us will have to deal with a few minor imperfections, whether that’s a … read more
What’s Biting You?
It may seem surprising, but it’s actually quite rare to have perfectly straight and aligned teeth. Most people have some kind of malocclusion, or an imperfect positioning of the teeth, … read more
What Are Cleft Lips and Cleft Palates?
Cleft lips and palates are among the most common oral and facial malfunction that can occur pregnancy, typically during the 2nd or 3rd months of development. So, how does it … read more
Question: Do I Need To Take Antibiotics Before Dental Procedures If I Have A Heart Condition?
If you have a heart condition, you may have heard that in some rare circumstances, antibiotics should be taken before you have a dental procedure. Chances are, however, you won’t … read more
Why Do Teeth Chip Or Break?
Although chipping or breaking a tooth may seem entirely avoidable, it’s actually one of the most common dental problems and can happen for a whole host of reasons — some … read more
Help! My child needs braces. How can we prepare?
Braces are almost like childhood right of passage. Unfortunately, they often come at the worst possible time: middle school. Kids at this age are already very self-conscious about their appearance, … read more
Adult Braces — What Are Your Options?
The very word braces might make you shudder, especially as an adult. Who wants a metal mouth when you’re giving a presentation that work? Or on a date, or just … read more
