Cosmetic Contouring to Remove Tooth Mamelons
Tooth mamelons are a set of bumps on the tops of your incisors. Most people wear them down naturally through everyday chewing but for some, tooth mamelons stick around well into adulthood.
What Dental Implants Are Made Of
Dental implants are an effective way to replace missing teeth, & they look & feel completely natural. However, that wasn’t always the case. The materials we use for dental implants today only…
Types of Dental Bridges
There are many ways to replace missing teeth & restore your smile, & bridges are a good permanent solution. They can replace one or more missing teeth, including molars, & cannot be…
The Role AI plays in Dentistry
The world of dentistry is always changing, taking on new & more advanced technologies to better care for patients. One technology has recently stood out in the news: Artificial Intelligence (AI).…
Healthy Gums are the Foundation of a Great Smile
Healthy gums play a crucial role in maintaining the overall health of your teeth & mouth. Poor gum health can lead to various oral problems, including bad breath, tooth decay & gum disease.…
How to Encourage Your Child’s Passion for Dentistry
You might be one of the lucky parents who never has to remind your child to brush & floss. Since early childhood, they’ve been fascinated with teeth, examining their fallen-out baby teeth, sad…
The Truth of Washington’s Teeth
At the dawn of the United States, before modern dentistry had evolved, tooth pain could reach historic levels. Nearly every U.S. schoolchild has heard the story of George Washington and his wooden…
It’s Possible but Rare to Have Extra Teeth
Many people are used to the idea of a tooth that feels superfluous. As we enter adulthood, our wisdom teeth come in, & a good chunk of us can’t fit them into our bite, leading to these molars…
Teeth Tell the Story of Humanity
While they no longer help form words, ancient people’s teeth can still tell us a lot about our shared history. Through preserved teeth, anthropologists & other scientists have been able to tell…
Contributing Factors to Bruxism
While the full root cause of bruxism, or habitual teeth grinding, isn’t fully understood, there are several factors that can contribute to this behavior. Below is a list of some of the most common…