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Curbing Dry Mouth Could Boost Your Oral Health as you get Older
posted: Aug. 24, 2016.
There is much to contend with as we grow older, including a higher risk for dental disease. One possible contributing factor: dry mouth from a lack of saliva. Also known as Read more -
4 Problem Areas That Could Affect Your Child's Teeth
posted: Aug. 16, 2016.
While they're resilient, your child's teeth aren't invincible. Daily hygiene and regular dental visits are important, but you should also be alert for problems and take action when they arise. Here Read more -
Ease Your Child's Discomfort During Teething
posted: Aug. 08, 2016.
Your sweet, happy baby has suddenly become a gnawing, drooling bundle of irritation. Don't worry, though, no one has switched babies on you. Your child is teething. For most children, their Read more -
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
posted: Aug. 07, 2016.
Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs the Read more -
Do I Have a Dental Cavity?
posted: Aug. 03, 2016.
Find out if there are any warning signs that you may have a cavity. Cavities are one of the most common dental problems that can affect people of all ages. While Read more -
Weigh a Poor Smile's Emotional and Social Cost when Considering Restorations
posted: Jul. 30, 2016.
We readily understand the physical costs of a decayed tooth or infected gums — pain, discomfort and loss of function. It’s much more difficult to understand the emotional and social Read more -
Proper Brushing and Flossing Removes Disease-Causing Plaque
posted: Jul. 22, 2016.
You've been brushing your teeth since you were big enough to look over the bathroom sink: now you brush and floss every day. You do it because you know it's Read more -
Enhance Your Smile for that Special, Once-in-a-Lifetime Day
posted: Jul. 14, 2016.
You want to look your best for that once-in-a-lifetime moment — like your wedding day. It can also take time and effort: many people spend months losing weight or trimming Read more -
Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
posted: Jul. 06, 2016.
You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life:Â He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear to Read more -
Quitting Smoking Decreases Your Risk of Implant Failure
posted: Jun. 28, 2016.
If you’re considering a dental implant as a replacement for a lost tooth, you’re looking at a restoration method with an amazing 95% success rate after ten years. But that Read more -
Home Whitening Kits are Safe and Effective, if Used the Right Way
posted: Jun. 20, 2016.
You’re satisfied with your smile appearance except for one thing — your teeth aren’t as white and bright as you wish they could be. So, you’ve decided to do something Read more -
A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
posted: Jun. 19, 2016.
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of the Read more -
Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
posted: Jun. 11, 2016.
Everyone has to face the music at some time — even John Lydon, former lead singer of The Sex Pistols, arguably England’s best known punk rock band. The 59-year old Read more -
The Advantages Of All Ceramic Crowns
posted: Jun. 03, 2016.
How all-ceramic crowns from your Riverview dentist can enhance your smile Crowns are a great way to strengthen damaged and broken teeth and enhance the appearance of your smile. Several different Read more -
The Risk for Gum Disease Increases While Wearing Braces
posted: Jun. 03, 2016.
Your child has had braces for a few months and making good progress with correcting a poor bite (malocclusion), but you’ve also noticed something else: his gums are becoming red Read more -
Chewing Tobacco is Just as Addictive and Dangerous as Smoking
posted: May 26, 2016.
Ask people about the “Great American Smoke-Out,” and many could tell you about this annual promotion encouraging tobacco smokers to quit. Ask them about “The Great American Spit-Out,” though, and Read more