Common Causes of Missing Teeth

Common Causes of Missing Teeth

Missing teeth is something that can happen to anyone, but it’s more common in older people. Missing teeth can be caused by tooth decay or gum disease, or a combination of the two. If you’re missing several teeth, you may have an infection in your mouth...
Options for Replacing a Missing Tooth

Options for Replacing a Missing Tooth

A healthy set of teeth is important. Not only does it give you a great smile but also plays an essential role in maintaining good overall health. Loss of a tooth of multiple teeth can affect you as it makes it difficult to chew food or speak well. Fortunately, there...
8 Problems caused by missing teeth

8 Problems caused by missing teeth

There’s no doubt about it – missing teeth is a problem many people deal with. It can cause you discomfort or result in gum disease.  So what issues arise from tooth loss? This article will discuss some of the most common problems caused by missing teeth! Missing...
Simple Guide to orthodontia

Simple Guide to orthodontia

What Is Orthodontia? Orthodontia (or-thuh-DON-shee-uh) is the branch of dentistry that helps fix problems with how the teeth and jaws line up. For example, some teeth may grow crooked or overlapping. Some may grow rotated or twisted. Some people’s mouths are too...
Types of fillings for teeth

Types of fillings for teeth

Fixing a decayed tooth is a necessary dental restoration procedure. The dentist needs to clean out the decayed area, which leaves a cavity or hole in the tooth. Afterward, the hole will be filled with a dental filling to even out the tooth surface and make it look...
How To Remove Tartar And Plaque From Your Teeth

How To Remove Tartar And Plaque From Your Teeth

Tartar (also known as dental calculus) occurs on the teeth when plaque has been left to build up and it begins to calcify. Not only does tartar look unpleasant, but it can cause serious long-term damage to teeth and gums. Having regular check-ups at your dentist is...