Feeling a quick sting of pain and discomfort when eating hot and cold foods can be a serious cause for concern. Using a toothpaste specially formulated for sensitive teeth can help. Even so it’s still a good idea to investigate the underlying cause of the sensitivity. Tooth decay and fractures in your teeth are common causes of tooth sensitivity. However... read more »
What can you do if you lose a tooth? Even if you faithfully take good care of your teeth with daily brushing, flossing and keeping up with dental cleanings, sometimes a tooth can be lost. A tooth can decay, gum disease can take its toll, as can osteoporosis, and injury or trauma can occur to the mouth. Missing teeth can... read more »
With so many new cosmetic procedures to help your smiles appearance, it’s easy to be confused when it comes to choosing one that is right for your specific needs. Luckily, dental crowns can help with a wide verity of situations. Some of these situations include: • To hold a cracked tooth together • To restore a broken or worn tooth... read more »
Our dentist is able to change the shape of your teeth with a dental contouring procedure. You can learn more about this service by reading the information below or by calling our office at 770-386-3908. Changes Dental Contouring Can Make Balance a bite Shorten long teeth Smooth out chipped or pointed teeth Straighten slightly crooked or crowded teeth Reshape misshapen... read more »
If you make choking or gasping sounds in your sleep, you may suffer from sleep apnea. Generally, this condition is caused because your airway becomes obstructed, either by sagging muscles in the throat or by your tongue. Sadly, if you suffer from sleep apnea, you could stop breathing hundreds of times in a single night. Still, we have good news:... read more »
Your teeth are tough. In fact, with proper care they can last a lifetime. Unfortunately, there are many things that can wear down your teeth. Today, we’re going to address three of the more common issues that culprits. On an important note, the wear we will be discussing does not include tooth decay or injuries caused by trauma. Wear is... read more »
Do you visit the dentist frequently, brush and floss daily, and even eat healthy foods? Do you ever wonder what else you can do to protect your smile? Fortunately, there are a few things you can do—and a few things you should watch out for—when it comes to brushing your teeth. To help you protect your smile, we’re pleased to... read more »
Going to the store for dental products shouldn’t be stressful, yet sometimes it tends to feel that way. There are countless products made just for your teeth that it can be difficult to know which product is going to work best for your teeth. Our team is going to give you the essentials you should look for next time you’re... read more »
It looks like it’s time to get a crown on your tooth and we want to make sure you are prepared for your appointment. We will give you a step-by-step guide on what you should expect when your crown is placed. One of the first things you should know is that placing a crown typically happens within two separate appointments.... read more »
Periodontics is the study of the gums and inflammatory diseases that affect the functionality of the gums and surrounding tissue. It is such a specific area of study that many often have questions surrounding the profession, especially when they themselves are diagnosed with a periodontal disease like gingivitis. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions regarding gum disease... read more »