Fillings Fix Cavities

Fillings are used to plug the cavities in teeth made by decay. When you get a cavity, there is a zone of damage in a tooth that needs to be excavated, cleaned and filled up so that it can be restored to its normal function and shape. A filling will also avert further decay by closing the entryway where bacteria... read more »

How to Tell if You Have an Abscessed Tooth

An abscess is a collection of pus that forms above the gum line. It is usually the result of a chip, crack, or a cavity in one of your teeth, causing bacteria to reach the inner part of your tooth more easily, leading to infection. The infection can build up and ooze out, creating an abscess. Thankfully, our team can... read more »

Sensitive Teeth: The Causes

If you suffer from sensitive teeth, you are probably aware of just how painful and unpleasant it can be. Of course, some individuals may have to deal with sensitive teeth their entire life. Conversely, others might be able to address tooth sensitivity. Still, have you heard what you might be able to do about sensitive teeth? You see, your teeth... read more »

Sharing Your Toothbrush: The Facts

Have you ever thought that sharing or borrowing a toothbrush is probably harmless, especially if you rinse the brush off first? In reality, though, you shouldn’t share your toothbrush or ever let anyone else use your brush. As you may know, everyone has different bacteria in their mouth. Toothbrushes can actually harbor bad bacteria, and if you share a toothbrush,... read more »

A Refresher Course on Brushing

Brushing your teeth is a habit so ingrained in your daily routine you probably don't even stop to wonder if you're doing it correctly. You probably didn't even know there's a right and wrong way to brush your teeth! While it's true that brushing your teeth in any capacity is great for your oral health, there are a few tips... read more »