While dentures have allowed many people to restore their smiles after extensive tooth loss, people usually associate them with senior citizens in particular. While seniors are more likely to wear dentures on average because tooth loss becomes more likely with age, many younger adults have used them to restore their smiles with comfortable and lifelike artificial teeth. Here’s why dentures might be a great idea for a younger patient with extensive tooth loss. Can Dentures Be Used to Treat Younger People? Teeth don’t need to be old to fall out, and many younger adults deal with tooth loss due t ..read more

The holiday season is here and you’re probably busy mingling at various parties and finding just the right gift for that special someone. This time of year can bring plenty of joy, but for many, it comes with equal amounts of stress. Unfortunately, when you’re under added pressure your teeth suffer, too. Even if you practice proper preventative dental care, you’re still at risk of developing certain conditions. Keep reading to learn 3 ways end-of-the-year anxiety impacts your smile, and how your dentist can help. Issue #1: Bruxism Many people respond to unusually high levels of stress by clen ..read more

A dental crown can restore a damaged tooth to its original function and appearance after injury, decay, or a dental procedure like a root canal. They are customized to fit the needs of individual patients and can be applied in as few as one appointment. However, they don’t last forever and will eventually need to be replaced. Here’s how long your dental crown can last and how you can make sure it does so for as long as possible. How Long Can My Dental Crown Last? Dental crowns usually last between three and fifteen years, but the actual amount of time is largely determined by the quality of t ..read more

Dental crowns have been used for generations because of their versatility and effectiveness. Nowadays, crowns are made of all-ceramic materials to blend in with your real teeth. If your dentist has recommended a restoration, it’s normal to have concerns about the road ahead. Here’s what you can expect as your dentist prepares your tooth for a crown. Why is a Dental Crown Necessary? A crown is a customized cap that’s placed over a tooth. It will cover the entire surface down to the gum line. It’s made of durable materials and carefully crafted to look and feel natural. Crowns offer various bene ..read more

Teeth are supposed to last for a lifetime, but 120 million Americans have lost at least one tooth. Traditionally, a fixed bridge is used to treat one or more lost teeth in a row. Although bridges have been used for decades, there’s another solution to treat tooth loss. Dental implants are the most successful method of replacing lost teeth, but is it too late to get them if you already have a bridge? No! You can replace your old restoration using the next best thing to your real teeth. Dental Implants VS Traditional Bridges A fixed bridge replaces the portion of lost teeth above the gum line. P ..read more

There’s no better way to beat the summer heat than with a dip in the pool, which is why every public swimming hole you’re likely to visit this time of year is absolutely packed. Swimming is great exercise, and can be fun for every member of the family. However, if you swim often—or even as a sport—you may be a little bit concerned about how that could affect your teeth. As it turns out, there are some things worth thinking about. Here are some potential oral health hazards that can come with swimming. Sensitivity If you have a pool at home, you’re probably aware that chlorinating it properly ..read more

New materials and technologies allow dentures to fit more comfortably than ever before. However, there will come a time when your dentures start to slip. Your jawbone and gum tissues will change shape over time. Your dentures won’t adapt to the changes, which can cause slipping and irritation. Regularly relining dentures is necessary for maintaining a snug fit. Although you can purchase OTC kits, here’s why it’s better to leave the adjustments to professionals. Why Do Dentures Need to be Relined? Missing teeth cause bone loss, which alters the shape of your mouth over the years. As the ridges ..read more

Dentures can afford people who have lost teeth in the past a huge boost to their quality of life. They’re also incredibly durable and capable of lasting for years if you maintain them properly. If you want your prosthetic to stick around for as long as possible, there are some important things you may want to keep in mind. Here are three good habits for people who have dentures. Take Out Dentures Before Bed Some denture patients make the mistake of wearing their dentures to bed, which can be a bad idea for a few reasons. For one, your dentures rely on your gums for support, which puts a lot o ..read more

For many people, Thanksgiving is the best time of year. Cooking and eating seasonal delicacies is both tasty and a great way to bond with your loved ones. It also symbolizes the start of the holiday season and finding it difficult to stick to your diet with sweet temptations around every corner. Many of the foods and drinks associated with Thanksgiving are known for being unhealthy and are unlikely to have the best impact on your smile. So you can have a healthy Thanksgiving this year, read on for some helpful tips. Tip #1: Limit Snacking All throughout Thanksgiving Day, people tend to try ou ..read more

It can be almost impossible for anyone except a dentist to detect a crown from a natural tooth. Modern restorations are made of all-ceramic material, which allows your dentist to customize them to the color, size, and shape of your real teeth to blend in seamlessly. This involves combining art with science to color-match a dental crown. Here’s how your dentist will determine the perfect color, so no one will know it isn’t part of your natural smile.  The Art of Color-Matching Crowns Determining the exact shade for your dental crown isn’t as easy as just picking a color off of a chart beca ..read more