Patient Education

Ultrasonic cleaning, also known as ultrasonic scaling, is an alternative to traditional manual methods of removing plaque from your teeth....

Metal Braces Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces, as they correct a variety of orthodontic conditions...

Elastics Elastics are small rubber bands that help move teeth into proper alignment. Typically, one side is connected to the...

Traumatic dental injuries occur most often in children and teenagers, although people of all ages can experience them as well....

As you know, your dentist recommends fluoride toothpaste because fluoride prevents cavities. Fluoride bonds with the calcium and phosphate ions...

Fillings can be used to restore teeth with small to mid-sized cavities as well as minor chips, fractures, and wear....

Drinking hot and cold beverages, eating sweet or acidic foods, brushing your teeth, breathing through your mouth, biting down—if any...

Pain is a signal that something is wrong. Any tooth pain should be taken seriously, because ignoring this symptom can...

What is tooth decay? Tooth decay begins with the Streptococcus mutans bacteria. These bacteria join with food particles and fluids...

Because our smiles are the way we greet the world, even tiny imperfections in our teeth can cause self-consciousness. If...

Thumb sucking is a damaging habit that can cause tooth and surrounding skeletal structures to develop abnormally as your child...

Thumb sucking is a common habit that babies develop before they’re born. While most children naturally stop thumb sucking between...