General Dentistry

Tartar can be difficult to remove on your own at home without going to a dentist, but you can still remove it with consistent brushing, flossing and some do-it-yourself gadgets. When not removed from your…

Cavities and gum disease are common oral health problems that can arise after your teeth have been demineralized. Fortunately, you can take steps to repair your enamel and restore minerals that may have been lost…

A dead tooth not only can cause pain locally and in surrounding gums but may also change in color — degrading the quality of your smile. Left untreated, a dead tooth can spread bacteria to…

Receding gums are a dental condition in which gums pull away from the teeth to expose tooth roots—leaving teeth vulnerable to decay and sensitivity to hot and cold. Receding gums can also result in a…

Sore gums are a common dental issue. Gum pain can flare up when you’re brushing, flossing, eating, or drinking. Gums that are sore and swollen may also start bleeding when you brush or floss your…

If you have a dental crown, you should know what to do in case it becomes chipped or broken. Crowns are very strong, and often last for a lifetime. But an accident can happen at…

Every year in the United States, dentists perform an estimated 15.1 million root canal treatments. Despite the fact that root canals are a common dental procedure, many people question whether these procedures are safe and…

Charcoal Toothpaste - An Oxymoron? Charcoal dentifrices, including toothpastes, gels, liquids and toothpowders, have become a rapidly emerging fad promising whiter teeth by using a more natural ingredient - activated charcoal. It’s ironic that people…

Laughing gas is commonly used as a mild sedative in dentistry to relieve pain and help people relax during complex procedures like root canals, wisdom teeth extractions, and even simpler procedures such as a dental…