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Navigating Through Your Children's Dental Care With Less Stress

Kids need to see the dentist by the time they are a year old, or once their teeth start to grow in, whichever comes first. But just because a kid should go to the dentist doesn't meant that they actually want to go! After raising eight children of my own, I understand the challenges of child and teen dental care. From dealing with toddlers crying in the waiting room to teens needing braces and not wanting them, every parent has their own dental nightmare stories to tell. The point of this blog is to help new parents navigate through their children's dental needs with less stress and more dignity.

Do You Suspect That You Just Lost A Filling? 4 Ways A Family Dentist Can Help Restore Your Tooth

Posted on 7 June 2023

Few things are worse than suddenly noticing that you have a hole in your tooth where a filling once existed. Or, you might have had the unfortunate experience of feeling sharp pain while you enjoyed a bowl of ice cream that lets you know the filling was no longer protecting the sensitive parts of your tooth. Although fillings usually last for years, there comes a point when they need to be replaced. [Read More]

Exploring Different Types Of Dental Implants: A Comprehensive Guide

Posted on 28 April 2023

Dental implants have become an effective solution for those who have lost one or more teeth. Implants are surgically placed into the jawbone, providing a durable foundation for prosthetic teeth. With several types of dental implants available, patients have a variety of options to choose from when considering dental implant treatment. This article will explore some of the different types of dental implants available as well as their advantages and disadvantages. [Read More]

How Getting A Dental Implant Compares With Getting A Bridge

Posted on 24 March 2023

If you're thinking about getting a bridge to replace a missing tooth, you may want to talk to your dentist about an implant first. A bridge is one way to replace a lost tooth, but now implants offer an alternative. Here's how a bridge and implant compare and why an implant might be a better choice for you.  An Implant Doesn't Affect Nearby Healthy Teeth A downside to getting a bridge is the dentist has to work on the teeth on each side of the missing tooth. [Read More]

Dental Crowns Vs Partial Dentures - Which Is Best?

Posted on 14 February 2023

If you have several teeth that are damaged or need intense repair, you may face a number of options when you visit a dentist for a consultation. For most individuals, saving the natural teeth will be the most desirable solution, even if that means having to work with a cosmetic dentist. However, some patients find themselves undecided as to whether they should simply have the teeth pulled and get a partial denture or undergo cosmetic repairs for the teeth they still have. [Read More]