When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

If you are missing one or more teeth, you should give some serious thought to filling in the space, or spaces in your smile. If you have a complete set of teeth, you will be able to bite and chew your food properly to make it easier for you swallow and digest it. If you have a full smile, you... read more »

Unfortunately, there are many dental issues that can affect your teen’s smile and oral health. If you want them to have the top-notch teeth and gums they deserve, it’s important to keep an eye out for dental problems as well as help your teen avoid and treat them as much as possible. Our dentists, Dr. Geza Locsey, Dr. Linda Smith,... read more »

There are a lot of things to learn about in the dental world. Extractions are definitely one of them since it’s not always clear when and why you need a tooth pulled. We wanted to help answer those questions and clear up the extraction process. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the entire world of extractions. When... read more »

If you, like a great many people, have teeth that are full of deep textures that riddle the biting surfaces of the molars and premolars, know that this is normal. However, it can also bring a few health risks if these areas are difficult to clean when brushing and flossing. If food particles and plaque remain stuck, they can cause... read more »

If you should ever find yourself pregnant, congratulations! Although you may be excited to know that a child is on the way, it can also be daunting with all the risks that can arise. However, as long as the proper amount of effort is given, you can make sure your health and the health of your baby remains stable.  Be... read more »

Oral piercings may be popular, but they can lead to serious health problems. If you want lip or tongue rings, you must be aware of the risks associated with them. Most forms of mouth jewelry use pieces of plastic or metal that can easily damage your teeth. They can easily chip and crack teeth or even cause minor lacerations to... read more »

Plaque refers to a thin layer of film on your teeth and gums that contains bacteria. Targeting plaque in your mouth is a key factor for maintaining optimum oral health. The bacteria in plaque interacts with the sugar and starches in your diet to create acid that promotes tooth decay and loss.e. Various brands of mouthwash can help fight plaque,... read more »

Toothaches refer to infections within teeth. These are also referred to as abscesses and can be caused by numerous ailments including tooth decay, periodontal disease, or even a cracked tooth. Toothaches are hazardous to your health because they can lead to numerous other ailments due to the fact they leave teeth vulnerable to further damage. If bacteria enter the pulp... read more »

Because the last of your adult teeth grow in a while as a teen, these could be some of the most important years of your oral health life. A single ailment that occurs now could potentially leave you with damaged teeth that could linger on for decades. Fortunately, numerous restorations and treatments exist to help reverse any ailments that may... read more »