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Why should you choose a dental implant instead of a three unit bridge to replace one tooth? Both dental implants and traditional crowns and bridges are wonderful services we provide for you on a regular basis.  Each of these options are better indicated in certain scenarios and should be considered seriously when planning for long…

"Why do I have cavities?" "How do I get rid of my bad breath?" These two, very common, problems are ones I discuss with you, my patients, on a daily basis.  Although multifactorial, the dental profession is confident in some of the more obvious causes contributing to your concerns. Bad breath and tooth decay are…

Determining why these lesions exist is necessary for successful treatment and improvement in their appearance. Lets discuss the cause of White Spot Lesions and what we can do to eliminate, or reduce, their appearance. Although multifactorial, the most common cause associated with White Spot Lesions are typically one of these listed below: Demineralization Hypomineralization or…

Unbalanced stress may result in a headache, a stomachache, or just a feeling of being "on edge". Furthermore, excess stress could also affect your mouth, teeth, and overall health. How would you know your smile, or mouth, is stressed? Well, among other symptoms and signs, those listed below are some of the more common findings…

Why a dental implant? Dental implants are the single best restorative option for missing teeth! Why do I say that, you ask?  Well, whenever possible, replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant enables a favorable series of events or circumstances.  And, when indicated, replacing a front tooth with an implant prevents unnecessary treatment from…

Is your smile ready for it all?   Your smile is at its best when straight, aligned, and in its more optimal position. A well aligned smile is healthier, better looking, better able to chew, can last longer, and is ready for whatever comes its way!  A straight smile experiences less periodontal disease and can…

It's not only about the teeth! In smile design, and before focusing attention on the teeth, it is necessary for me to evaluate the factors that make up facial composition. Examining you from the front and from the side, including analysis of the position of your eyes, nose, chin, and lips allows me to identify…

Your oral health is not just about your teeth and gums. When discussing oral (mouth) health we normally mention your teeth, gums, and jaw bones.  It is not often we focus on your tongue, a collection of muscles working together to manipulate food for chewing and swallowing.  In addition to use in digestion, your tongue…

Dentistry is in the midst of a professional transformation.  I would like to think of it as the Digital Smile Revolution. As a dentist interested in technological innovation, I am very excited about the future! You and I will benefit significantly from the advanced methods, materials, and resources available for the creation of healthy and…

If all you need is a little cosmetic improvement for a great smile and you would prefer not to have braces, the nearly invisible INVISALIGN technology may be the treatment for you! Invisalign is a virtually invisible solution.  Its convenience of use and esthetic appearance will allow you a comfortable transition from a less than…

As the saying goes: "It takes a village to educate our children." It is not only about math, english, reading, and science; your children's health is also a very important subject matter that needs to be addressed on a daily basis.   Oral health, in specific, is a subject matter mentioned in school every once…

Creating esthetic awareness in my patients allows for beautiful disharmony...also known as a naturally gorgeous smile! Natural beauty is not PERFECT!  And your smile is a perfect example of this.  An elegant smile carries physical and emotional beauty.  I would like to focus this blog discussion on the physical aspect of a PERFECTLY WHITE smile.…