Month: August 2015

What Causes Yellow Teeth? Treatments for Stains

Discolored teeth kill your confidence. You smile more freely when you feel confident in how your teeth look, especially if they look clean and white, and many of us experience yellowing teeth that detracts from our smiles. What causes yellow teeth? Yellowing, discolored teeth are the result of our everyday lifestyle habits, including our dietary… Read more »

Is Root Canal Therapy Painful?

When you hear “root canal,” you may envision a scary, painful procedure, which is the way it is often depicted in movies and media. If your dentist recommends that you undergo root canal treatment you may worry, “Is root canal therapy painful?” The answer is no! You should not feel anxiety about undergoing treatment on… Read more »

8 Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay & Gum Disease

The best way to prevent dental disease is to take good care of your teeth and gums on a daily basis. Good oral hygiene habits are easy, accessible and affordable, so there’s no excuse to skip at-home dental care. You don’t need complicated equipment or special skills to brush and floss your teeth, two habits… Read more »

Is It Cosmetic?

There are several different types of dentistry including general, restorative, and cosmetic. There can be a fine line between some of them. For instance, some cosmetic procedures can also restore function and some restorative procedures can also improve cosmetics. So what is the difference? It’s probably a good idea to be aware of some of… Read more »