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A Teen with a Missing Tooth May Need to Wait on a Dental Implant
posted: May 24, 2018.
There’s a lot to like about replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant. This state-of-the-art restoration is by far the most durable and life-like option available. And unlike other Read more -
Gingivitis Could Become a More Serious Form of Gum Disease
posted: May 24, 2018.
People with poor hygiene habits can develop a chronic form of periodontal (gum) disease known as gingivitis. Characterized by inflamed and bleeding gums, gingivitis is caused by an infection triggered Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
posted: May 04, 2018.
If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of the Read more -
Ultrasonic Plaque Removal an Effective Alternative to Manual Scaling
posted: Apr. 24, 2018.
Undergoing regular dental cleanings is an essential part of periodontal (gum) disease prevention. While a daily habit of brushing and flossing cleans bacterial plaque from most tooth surfaces, it’s difficult Read more -
Periodontal Disease and Diabetes
posted: Apr. 23, 2018.
Periodontal Disease and Diabetes Diabetes is one of the leading causees of death in the U.S., affecting nearly 26 million Americans. Diabetes causes the body to not produce or properly supply Read more -
Prompt Treatment for Gum Disease Could Ultimately Save Your Teeth
posted: Apr. 14, 2018.
Your smile isn’t the same without healthy gums—neither are your teeth, for that matter. So, maintaining your gums by protecting them from periodontal (gum) disease is a top priority.Gum disease Read more -
Is There a Link Between Gum Disease and Cardiovascular Health?
posted: Mar. 30, 2018.
Is there a link between periodontal (gum) disease and cardiovascular disease? Medical researchers are endeavoring to answer this intriguing question, but early findings seem to say yes. If it bears Read more -
Kris Dunn Is the Latest NBA Player to Injure His Teeth on the Court
posted: Mar. 15, 2018.
For lots of sports fans, March is the month to get caught up in basketball “madness.” But many people forget that basketball—whether it's played on a school court or a Read more -
Crowns can now be made In-Office with the CAD/CAM System
posted: Feb. 28, 2018.
The traditional way to restore a tooth with an artificial crown takes several weeks and multiple office visits: from tooth preparation and impression molding to crown production by a dental Read more -
Periodontal Disease and Reducing Inflammation
posted: Feb. 24, 2018.
Periodontal Disease and the Inflammation It Causes Periodontal disease (also known as gum disease) is a chronic inflammatory condition in which plaque bacteria accumulate below the gum line. Over time, the Read more -
Less is Better: the 21st Century Approach to Tooth Decay Treatment
posted: Feb. 13, 2018.
For over a century dentists treated tooth decay by removing both diseased portions of the tooth and healthy structure deemed at risk for future decay. In the 1970s, though, a Read more -
Minimally Invasive Dentistry: A New Approach to Preventing and Treating Decay
posted: Jan. 29, 2018.
Since the late 19th Century, dentists have used established protocols to successfully prevent and treat tooth decay. But there've been changes to this approach the last few years to improve Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
posted: Jan. 21, 2018.
Are bleeding gums something you should be concerned about? Dear Doctor magazine recently posed that question to Dr. Travis Stork, an emergency room physician and host of the syndicated TV Read more -
The 3 Top Causes for Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Jan. 06, 2018.
Like other living tissue, your teeth can feel. Dentin, the layer below the enamel, houses fluid-filled conduits that transmit temperature or pressure sensations to a nerve network within the tooth’s Read more -
More Than a new Smile - Dental Implants Help Stop Bone Loss as Well
posted: Dec. 29, 2017.
Since their introduction over three decades ago, dental implants have evolved into dentistry’s premier tooth replacement choice. While their primary purpose is to replace missing teeth and rejuvenate a patient’s Read more -
4 Reasons Why a Home Whitening Kit Might not be Right for You
posted: Dec. 14, 2017.
Do-it-yourself (DIY) whitening kits are a popular option for restoring a healthy shine to stained and dulled teeth. They're relatively safe and generally live up to their packaging claims. But a Read more
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