Healthy and properly aligned teeth are designed to have the durability to withstand a lifetime of biting, chewing, and grinding food. Yet as you age minute changes can start to develop in the natural structure of your mouth. In time it could potentially affect the alignment or orientation of your teeth. If the biting surface of one tooth starts to... read more »
Think about things that you aren’t supposed to chew on: pen caps, lollipop sticks and maybe even ice come to mind. But what about hard candies? Although jawbreaker candies, unlike most of that list, are edible, their hard structure is too tricky to chew on, and if you do chew on them, you could end up fracturing your tooth and... read more »
Many individuals would like their smile to be whiter than it currently is. If you are one of those people, we can help! There are many options available to you. We’ll address a few, and you can feel free to call us with any questions. There are many different options when it comes to whitening your teeth, with a large... read more »
Cleaning between your teeth requires the right kind of tool, and while your toothbrush is ideal for cleaning tooth surfaces, it can't effectively reach between teeth and gumline. Flossing tools allow you to remove harmful plaque between the teeth which would otherwise cause erosion of tooth enamel. As the enamel weakens, tiny holes develop and cavities can arise. If plaque... read more »
When a damaged tooth can no longer sustain viability, the dentist may suggest a dental crown. A crown can restore a tooth’s function – especially useful for molars and incisors, the teeth you typically use for cutting and chewing tough food. Dr. Linda King can examine your tooth and determine whether a crown is right for you. If you decide... read more »
Mouthwash is a form of dental cleaner that carries a wide selection of oral health benefits. Depending on your smile’s needs, you’ll want to pick the kind of mouthwash that can safely and effectively help make your smile shine and offer you the oral health care you want. Be wary about which products you want to use, as some are... read more »
Are you looking for a highly effective and safe treatment for improving the color of your smile? Do you need a quick and easy treatment for removing deep stains and discolorations from your teeth, and whitening your teeth? If so, consider the benefits of a Philips Zoom! tooth whitening system. Listed below are a few of the benefits you can... read more »
When it comes to an aligned smile, traditionally it was recommended to engage with orthodontics between 11-15 years of age. Of course, it isn't always possible to have orthodontic treatment during those times, and so it is understandable that more and more adults are engaging in orthodontic correction. The reasons for pursuing orthodontics can vary, anywhere from crooked teeth, overcrowding... read more »
Sometimes patients avoid the dentist out of fear or shame. They have let themselves go to a point where they cannot fathom anyone looking into their mouth and judging the condition of neglect. Finding someone who will not judge but being excited about an opportunity to help another human is how most dentists should view the patient. However, this is... read more »
Recently, a patient came to me because he was having trouble eating. He had this sore on his lip that was not going away. He had seen his primary care doctor who had placed him on antibiotics stating that he had sepsis in his lip from a hospital stay. They were ready to place him on medication for herpes when... read more »
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