While you may have some ideas about what causes gum disease and periodontitis, you may not know as much about gum inflammation, the earliest form of gum disease. Gingivitis is a type of gum disease that is often caused by poor oral hygiene and can cause a variety of symptoms. It’s important to learn what […]
Veneers are one of the best options for enhancing the appearance of your smile. Veneers cover flaws that may otherwise detract from the way you look. They can alter the size, length, color and even the shape of your natural teeth. However, many people hesitate to get veneers out of fear that they will be […]
The many innovations and evolutions of dental care over the years have yielded impressive insight into how to best treat gum disease. Laser treatment is used in a multitude of ways in modern dental treatment; it is safe, effective, ad oftentimes less intrusive than other treatment methods. Laser periodontal treatment is no different. How effective […]
If you are like many people today, you probably have at least one silver tooth filling in your mouth. Known as an amalgam filling, it contains silver and other things, including mercury. In fact, it is estimated 120 million people in the U.S. have filling containing mercury. Due to the many health concerns associated with […]
