Dental Emergencies: Tips for Parents
Dental injuries can happen anytime, anywhere. Some kids just play rough and sometimes their teeth bear the brunt of their actions. The most…
Do baby teeth have to be filled?
The answer is not always simple. It really depends on how big the cavity is or how close the tooth is to falling out.
Size matters...…
Dental X-rays: how much radiation are you exposed to?
Most dental offices (if not all) are equipped with digital X-rays, which emit up to 90% less radiation than traditional film x-rays. Four b…
Baking Soda & Teeth: the good, the bad, and the ugly
The GOOD:
Baking Soda mixed with water is very safe on your teeth. Contrary to popular belief, baking soda is not very abrasive to use on…
Crowns vs. Veneers
Which one do I need?
So, your dentist said you need a crown, or a veneer, but you have no idea what the difference is. Crowns and veneers…
Do wisdom teeth have to be removed?
Do wisdom teeth have to be removed?
Not necessarily. If you have no pain, enough space, your wisdom teeth are coming in straight or have …
Bad breath even after you brush your teeth?
Are you self-conscious about your breath? Do you have bad breath even after you brush your teeth? What is the difference between transient b…
WHAT ARE DENTAL SEALANTS AND DOES MY CHILD NEED THEM?
WHAT ARE SEALANTS?
A dental sealant is a thin, protective coating that flows into the deep grooves of molars to prevent cavities. R…
HOW TO PICK THE BEST ELECTRIC TOOTHBRUSH
As a dentist, I receive a lot of questions regarding electric toothbrushes. The number one question people ask me is: "What is the best elec…
5 THINGS YOU CAN DO TO PREVENT CAVITIES
Have you ever wondered why you get cavities even though you brush and floss everyday? You are not alone. So many of my patients ask me…
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