2014

What Should You Do When You Break Or Crack A Crown?

Breaking your crown isn’t just a problem for princesses – this dental calamity can interfere with your ability to chew and speak, and always seems to happen at the least opportune time. What should you do when you break a crown? What repair or replacement options are available to you, and which have the best long-range success rates? Read on for some tips and tricks on replacing (or repairing) your broken crown.…

3 Ways That A Missing Molar Harms Your Oral Health

Tooth loss is a very common problem. More than 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. When people lose one of their front teeth, they tend to prioritize replacing it, but many people think that missing molars aren’t a big deal since no one can see them. Unfortunately, a single missing molar can harm your oral health in a few ways.  Your jawbone will start to break down…

Not Your Mama's Braces: How Orthodontics Are Changing For The Better

Just mention the word “braces” to someone, and you’re likely to get a cringe. The orthodontic tool most dreaded by young people and most commonly used by orthodontists has earned a pretty bad reputation for being one of the most painful aspects of dental care, but that’s all changing. Thanks to new technology and a better understanding of how teeth react to force, orthodontic treatments are becoming less painful, more attractive, and more convenient than ever before.…