We spend every day of our lives brushing our teeth. When done correctly, performing this seemingly mundane task has a powerful effect on our oral health. Proper and thorough brushing prevent diseases that can wreak havoc on your oral health. If you’re wondering how your oral hygiene measures up, be sure to avoid the following
Dr. Michael Howl
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Are you unhappy with the appearance of your smile? If you’re feeling self-conscious about the state of your teeth, a cosmetic dentistry treatment might be just the thing you need. Our skilled cosmetic dentist can transform your smile with popular procedures such as placing dental implants, bonding porcelain veneers, applying tooth-colored dental work, and administering
If you’re suffering from tooth loss, you owe it to yourself to look into whether dental implants meet your needs. These replacement teeth offer untold benefits to your oral health while looking and feeling like biological teeth. Following are five of the most lauded benefits of dental implants. Lifelike Bite Force Healthy teeth and jaws
Did you know that your mood can have an effect on your mouth? It’s true. If you are feeling stressed or anxious, your smile can suffer as a result. From the direct effects on your teeth to secondary outcomes of stress, your teeth and soft oral tissues can be affected. To protect your smile from
Some patients are resigned to the prospect of developing oral health issues, such as gum disease, as they get older. While the risk of gum disease does increase with age, this condition is far from inevitable. When you receive quality care at a family dental practice and take care of your smile at home, you
Just like the song from the Broadway musical “Annie” says, you’re never fully dressed without a smile. Indeed, your smile is one of the most important elements of your appearance, so if you put a lot of effort into wearing the latest fashions, you should do the same to maintain your smile. Fortunately, keeping your
Our teeth are a very prominent feature that we display every day in conversation, dining in public, or whenever we smile or laugh. If you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth, our cosmetic dentist can upgrade your smile with porcelain veneers. This process can be completed in a few dental visits. What Are
Did you know that your teeth are the strongest structure in your body? But they are not indestructible. Not only can teeth be impacted by trauma, they can also be lost as a result of decay or infection. We know the importance of visiting the dentist at least twice a year for a cleaning and
Dental implants are the perfect option when one or more permanent teeth are lost. When a back molar is lost, chewing can become difficult and eventually create a malocclusion (when top teeth do not correspond properly to their opposing bottom teeth). A dental implant enables the patient to continue enjoying all their favorite foods while
Maintaining healthy teeth and gums is essential to overall health as well as your dental health. There is no room for neglect or haphazard care when it comes to caring for your teeth and gums. Developing a routine is very simple, and caring for your teeth will become a natural part of your day once