Archive for 2009

Should You be Worried About Discolored Baby Teeth?

Baby teeth, which are also called primary teeth, are typically off-white or ivory. As a young child’s teeth start to come in, many parents are alarmed to realize that their child’s teeth are not white. Discolored baby teeth can be caused by many reasons, including: Inadequate brushing. If baby teeth aren’t brushed properly, plaque may […]

The Basics of Root Canal

A26D69VHQ3GT A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed. Without treatment, the tissue surrounding the tooth will become infected and abscesses may form, causing further […]

Dental Implants 101

Dental implants are artificial tooth replacements used to counter tooth loss. The procedure is categorized as a form of prosthetic dentistry, though it also falls into the category of cosmetic dentistry as well. While you have several restorative options for the treatment of missing teeth, none have proven to be as functionally effective and durable as […]

Is Tooth Whitening for You?

The hot topic in the dental world these days is tooth whitening. The long and the short of it is that teeth whitening works. Virtually everyone who opts for this cosmetic treatment will see moderate to substantial improvement in the brightness and whiteness of their smile. Typically, age, eating habits, smoking, tooth grinding, and trauma […]