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If you have wide gaps in between your teeth, you have what’s referred to as a diastema. Usually, this type of gap occurs between a person’s two front upper teeth, but it can actually occur anywhere inside the mouth. There are a few different reasons why these gaps occur: The size of your teeth and […]

There are several signs that your child may need braces, including crooked teeth, teeth that are overcrowded or overlapping, or teeth that don’t fit together properly (also known as malocclusion, or an overbite or underbite). If your child does need braces, your dentist is usually the first person to notice, and that can happen anytime […]

Dental crowns have been around for many years. These handy dental appliances are an excellent way to save a tooth that cannot be repaired with a simple filling, or to protect a tooth that has undergone a root canal procedure. Most dentists offer their patients three types of crowns – those made from metal, those […]

Exercise is vital for our overall health. Whether you enjoy solitary activities like bicycling or jogging, or individual or group sports, getting an adequate amount of exercise on a regular basis can not only be enjoyable but also good for your physical and mental well-being. But when it comes to oral health, there are a […]

There was a time not too long ago when having your teeth straightened meant having to wear embarrassing metal braces for an extended period of time. But thanks to recent advancements in dental technology, patients now have several different teeth-straightening options to choose from, including the following. Invisalign® One very popular option among dental patients […]

If you feel as though your mouth is almost always dry, you may be suffering from a common condition known as dry mouth. This happens when the salivary glands aren’t producing an adequate amount of saliva. Dry mouth can be caused by a variety of reasons, from certain medications to stress to other more serious […]

Most of us have heard of a facelift to improve our appearance as we age. But have you ever heard of a gum lift? If not, you might be surprised and pleased to know that this type of procedure is a relatively easy and painless way to drastically improve the appearance of your smile. A […]

When it comes to maintaining good oral health, we all have special needs at different stages of our lives. Thanks to many advancements in dental technology, people are keeping their natural teeth longer than ever before. While that’s good news, it’s also true that the more years you keep your natural teeth, the more problems […]

If you received a new crown years ago, you’re probably familiar with what that procedure required. The process took place over the course of two visits to the dental office. After the first visit, you had to wear a temporary crown to protect the prepared tooth until the permanent crown was ready – usually 10 […]

For certain individuals, going to the dentist can be a terrifying experience. In fact, some people actually postpone their visits or don’t go to the dentist at all because it causes so much fear and anxiety. Not going to the dentist is definitely not the answer, since the longer you delay treatment for dental problems, […]