Bruxism (teeth grinding) is an involuntary grinding of your teeth most often during sleep. This forceful grinding can put up to 250 pounds of pressure on your teeth, which can lead to tooth, jaw neck and head pain as well as a variety of other long-term issues. If you know you grind your teeth or […]
Do you have a brand-new baby and are wondering what you should be doing to help him start off with the healthiest teeth possible? Or maybe, you have an older toddler or child that you are realizing doesn’t have the best dental hygiene routines. Where do you start? Let’s take a closer look at what […]
There is NOTHING worse than a bad toothache. If you’ve experienced one, you know what I’m talking about. You can’t even think straight! So, what can you do to ease the pain quickly and effectively while waiting to get into your dentist? Why Do I Have a Toothache? First, let’s talk about the possible causes […]
Do you feel shy about your smile because of imperfections in your teeth? An attractive smile can make a world of difference in the way you feel about your appearance. Advanced cosmetic dentistry can help you to beautify your smile by correcting a variety of dental concerns including crooked, chipped, cracked, misshaped, and discolored teeth. […]
If you want to transform a less-than-perfect smile into something you are proud to share with the world, then it might be time to talk to a cosmetic dentist about a smile makeover. This personalized approach is designed to help you achieve your desired results, using various treatments that can change the appearance of your […]
When routine dental services are needed, a general dentist is a great resource for everything from checkups to fillings, gum disease treatment, and more. Most common dental procedures can be provided by a general dentist, but there are times when additional services are needed from a specialist. At myDental, we’re excited to announce a new […]
As we are nearing the end of 2020, it’s a great time to evaluate your medical care and regular checkups. Because of business closures and concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, many families paused their regular healthcare appointments to minimize exposure to this virus. Now that the end of the year is approaching, it’s time to […]
Gum disease is common in the population, especially among adults. In fact, the CDC recently reported that periodontitis is diagnosed in more than half of Americans over the age of 30 – that’s about 64.7 million people! 5 Facts about Gum Disease We often talk about the importance of oral health for cavity prevention. But […]
It might sound like a scary procedure when a dentist suggests that you need a dental bone graft. But this treatment is actually a relatively minor procedure and used more often than you realized. Bone grafts are often used with other dental procedures, such as the placement of an implant in an area where the […]
How much do you know about your wisdom teeth? The back molars are often removed, but many patients don’t know why it’s necessary to extract these teeth. Interesting Information About Wisdom Teeth Here are a few interesting pieces of information you might not know about wisdom teeth: Preparing for Wisdom Teeth Extractions Stocking up on […]
Even though businesses are opening back up, many people are choosing to play it safe by staying home as much as possible. While it’s important to maintain social distancing and limit potential exposure to COVID-19, certain life activities still need to happen. It’s important that you continue taking care of your health, including timely dental […]
Infection control has always been a top priority for our practices and you may have seen this during your visits to our offices. Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and comfortable. We want to tell you about the infection control procedures we follow in our practices […]