General & Cosmetic Dentistry Blog
Risk Factors and Treatment for Gum Pockets
Pyorrhea is an antiquated term, but many may still know Periodontal Disease or gum pockets by its old name. Periodontal disease is the #1 cause of tooth loss in America. Thankfully, gum pockets are reversible with proper oral hygiene and other treatment options if...
Tooth Infection Symptoms and How To Treat Them
Teeth may be durable, but they can also be vulnerable. Recognizing common tooth infection symptoms allows you to be proactive about safeguarding your oral health. When you know what to watch for, you’re ready to sound the alarm and seek treatment as needed before the...
Types of Mouth Guards for Teeth Grinding, Sleep Apnea and TMJ
What can a dental mouth guard do for you? Custom mouth guards from a dentist can achieve amazing things. These sleek oral devices can combat health issues like teeth grinding, temporomandibular joint disorder, and sleep apnea. Not all mouth guards are created equal....
Most Popular Types of Dental Crown Materials
Talk of topping your tooth with a dental crown can be stressful. How will it feel? How will it function? What will it look like? Will you be able to smile? Discovering that various dental crown materials can make the situation seem even more overwhelming. Don’t panic....
Most Common Dental Allergies – Allergic Reactions to Dental Materials
Many of us have experienced allergies in our lifetime. But what if you don’t know if you have an allergy? That happens often at the dentist's office. Many times our patients are not aware of one of these allergies until after the dental procedure. Therefore, we’ve...
Why Emax Crowns Are The Better Choice
Dr. O wants everyone to know that a crown isn’t just for royalty. If you have a badly damaged tooth, a dental crown can be the perfect solution. This restorative dental procedure is a cap that covers the entire surface of the tooth. It restores strength, shape, and...
Do you have Sinus Pressure or Toothache? Here’s How to Tell
When is a toothache a reason to call the dentist? If you’re concerned that there’s a dental reason for your tooth pain, then you’ll probably want to schedule a visit to your dentist’s office. However, sometimes pain that’s felt in your teeth and jaw starts elsewhere....
What are Periodontal Pockets and How Do You Treat Them
Pants pockets are wonderful, useful things. Gum pockets aren’t. In fact, when pockets form in the gums, it can be downright dangerous for your teeth. These periodontal pockets are a sign of gum disease and an indication that you need to act now to prevent additional...
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Sensitivity | What should I do if I’m Sensitive to SLS
Have you ever wondered what makes toothpaste foam and bubble? If you use standard toothpaste, the answer is probably sodium lauryl sulfate or SLS. That can make dealing with a Sodium Lauryl Sulfate sensitivity or allergy tough. How would you discover that you have an...
Types of Tooth Abscesses | Gingival | Periapical | Periodontal
When a bacterial infection leads to the formation of a pocket of pus in the tissues near a tooth, it’s called a tooth abscess or dental abscess. However, if you listen carefully, you may hear your doctor or dentist use a more specific term. That’s because there are...
Using Botox for TMJ: Symptoms & Treatment for TMJ
The temporomandibular joints work hard. They don't just connect your jaw to your skull. They perform every time that you open or close your mouth, clench your teeth, talk, sing, bite down, swallow, or complete similar tasks. These jaw joints are an essential part of...
Which is Better? An Electric Toothbrush or a Manual Toothbrush?
You’ve heard since you were a child that brushing your teeth twice a day is the most important task to maintain healthy teeth and gums. However, you'll get the best result when you combine a regular oral hygiene habit with proper brushing techniques and the best...