Archive for 2013

What Are the Symptoms of Gum Disease?

Gum disease, while common, is not a pretty thing to look at as it advances to more severe stages. Although typically, most people who suffer from chronic gum disease aren’t even aware that anything is wrong. So what are the symptoms? What should you be looking out for? Tender Gums / Bleeding Gums Gums that […]

Can Gum Disease Be Prevented?

Yes, yes, a thousand times yes! We love seeing your perfect smiles in our office, but dentistry isn’t just about what happens at your appointments. Your teeth require daily cleaning. Sticking to that routine and developing good habits is the only way to prevent gum disease. It is so easy to do, that it’s astounding […]

What is Periodontics?

Periodontics is the treatment of diseases and conditions that afflict the support structure of teeth. This includes the gums, tooth ligaments, and bone tissue in your jaw. These are susceptible to just as many things as your teeth are, and you need a properly trained periodontist to treat them. Unclean or improperly cleaned teeth can […]

Restorative Dentistry: Something to Smile About

Without proper oral healthcare and proper attention, the overall health of your mouth can deteriorate over time. Without regular brushing, flossing, and visits to the dentist, all kinds of calamities can occur. It is important to seek the help of an experienced dentist before your oral health reaches a point where it necessitates intensive treatment. […]

Crowns and Bridges—What Are They and How Do They Work?

If you are one of many people in the Columbus, Ohio area struggling with your oral health, you may feel like there is no way to regain the healthy look and feel that your teeth once had. At The Dental Center at Easton, we use dental crowns and bridges to not only restore the health […]

Dental Crowns and Bridges: Manufacturing Process and Care

Once you and your dentist have decided that a dental crown or bridge is the appropriate option to address your dental healthcare needs, you will likely have questions about the crown or bridge manufacturing process. New crowns or bridges are permanent tooth replacements that will be present in your mouth for years to come so […]

3 Common Misconceptions about Invisalign

Invisalign is a fantastic solution for many candidates of traditional braces. If you’re considering Invisalign, you’ve probably heard lots of different things about this relatively new alignment process. There are plenty of misconceptions floating around about it. Here today, we’re going to dispel some of those. These are some common myths about Invisalign. The first […]

Why Choose Invisalign

Candidates for dental braces or cosmetic orthodontic correction often choose Invisalign as the solution better suited to their needs. Trained dentists can prescribe the Invisalign system because they’ve received all the knowledge they need to assess if Invisalign is right for you. If you’re looking at traditional braces, you may want to consider this less […]

How Invisalign can Replace Traditional Braces

Invisalign is a new solution for correcting dental issues. Before recently, braces and retainers were the only method for dental correction. These limited what patients could eat, and were a big commitment for maintenance. Even with the introduction of more permanent retainers that fit on the back side of teeth, the same dietary and maintenance […]

Are You a Candidate for Dental Bonding?

Your teeth are like superheroes. They are the guardians of your entire digestive system, and man do they take a beating. These teeth are there to help you, and you’ve had them for almost as long as you can remember. It’s easy to take them for granted. After all, the enamel of a tooth is […]