In the past decade, there has been increasing interest in cosmetic dentistry.  Having a healthy, bright, and beautiful smile enhances one's appearance and confidence.  Thanks to the advances in modern cosmetic dentistry, your dentist is able to improve teeth and smiles with a variety of treatment approaches.   Cosmetic dental treatments can: Change the size, shape, and alignment of certain teeth. Fill in unattractive spaces between teeth. Improve or correct bites. Lighten or brighten the color of teeth. Repair decayed, broken, cracked,...

Periodontal disease attacks the gums and the bone that support the teeth.  Plaque is a sticky film of food debris, bacteria, and saliva.  If plaque is not removed, it turns into calculus (tartar).  When plaque and calculus are not removed, they begin to destroy the gums and bone.  Periodontal disease is characterized by red, swollen, and bleeding gums.Four out of five people have periodontal disease and don’t know it.  Most people are not aware of it because the disease is usually painless in the early stages.Not only is periodontal disease a...

It is wonderful that the incidence of tooth decay has significantly diminished over the years due to the use of fluorides and an increase in patient awareness.  However, teeth are still susceptible to decay, infection, and breakage and sometimes need to be restored back to health.  Through improved techniques and modern technology, dentists are able to a variety of options for restoring a tooth back to its normal shape, appearance and function. Should you require a restorative treatment, we will always discuss with you the available options,...

Dental emergencies can be painful and frightening.  Prompt treatment is usually required to alleviate pain and to ensure that the tooth or teeth have the best possible chance of survival. Sometimes, a tooth can be fractured by trauma, grinding, or biting on hard objects.  In other situations, fillings, crowns, and other restorative devices can be damaged or fall out of the mouth completely.  If there is severe pain, it is essential to contact our office immediately.  The pain caused by dental emergencies almost always gets worse without...