Wisdom teeth are as far back in the mouth as you can go, and they often stay inside the gums. Most people won’t have wisdom teeth that break through the gums without surgery, which means that they’ll likely deal with impacted teeth if they don’t have them removed. A family dentist may opt to remove these teeth…
Restorative dentistry is a type of dentistry that helps replace lost teeth and repair teeth that are damaged. Did you know that Americans lose an average of 12 teeth by the time they reach the age of 50? According to Dr. Ted Filandrianos and Boston Magazine, from the age of 65 on, around 26% of…
If you’ve noticed that your gums are not as low on your teeth as they once were or that your teeth feel loose in your mouth, you could be dealing with an issue called a receding gum line. A receding gum line occurs when the gum tissue surrounding the teeth pulls back or wears away.…
As someone who has struggled with an addiction or substance use disorders in the past, you may have trouble with your teeth that you want to address. Some people are missing teeth due to various types of conditions, but the good news is that it is possible to replace those teeth in most cases. If…
Dental cavities can be painful. They are a sign that your oral health is at risk, too. Cavities occur when bacteria invade the tooth, causing a breakdown of the tissues that leads to decay. The sooner you take action to have these fixed, the less likely you are to have complications. At the Dental Center…
Do you have a tooth that seems caught under your gum line? Sometimes, you may not know it is there, but it can cause a significant amount of pain. If you have impacted teeth, it is important to have a dentist take a closer look at what is happening and provide you with a higher…
As dental implants continue to become more popular and affordable, more people have come to prefer them over other options like crowns, bridges, and dentures. If you have a broken or a missing tooth or teeth, dental implants may be the best option for you. There are different types of implants, but they all have…
Are you unhappy with how your teeth are positioned? If so, dental bonding may be the best answer to your dental problems. Dental bonding involves using a resin material that matches your teeth’s natural color to correct your dental imperfections. During the dental bonding procedure, your dentist applies the resin to your tooth and dries…
Even though your tooth enamel is hard, it is also porous. The surface of your teeth has plaque, which produces acid. During demineralization, this acid seeps into the pores of the enamel and damages the internal structure of the tooth. However, learning the benefits of fluoride can help you prevent plaque from becoming a cavity.…
When most of us think of orthodontic work, we think of teeth-straightening options like dental braces and Invisalign. And it is true that a great deal of the work that a good dentist or orthodontist does involves making teeth straighter. Straight, uncrowded teeth are generally more aesthetically pleasing, but they are also easier to clean…