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Oral Health 101: TMJ Disorder
Do you have pain or tenderness in your jaw? Is it difficult or painful to chew? Does your jaw lock, making it difficult to open or close your mouth? Do you have consistent pain around your ears? If you deal with any of these symptoms regularly, you may need to be seen...
How Pericoronitis Affects Wisdom Teeth
Do you know the term pericoronitis? Coming from the words perio (for surrounding teeth) and corona (for crown), the term can be broken down to tooth crown condition. Also known as operculitis, pericoronitis is the inflammation of the soft tissues which neighbor...
Dental Sealants Can Help Protect Back Teeth from New Cavities
The teeth in the back of your mouth are very important for chewing and grinding the foods you eat. This includes eight premolars that also aid with biting off hard foods, as well as eight large molars that are primarily tasked with grinding tough foods into small...
Before Your Root Canal Procedure
What do you know about root canals? What do you know about root canal services? Here is a small bit of data we’ve assembled to help you know what you can expect during a root canal treatment. Please don’t hesitate to call us if you have any additional questions about...
An Abscess Requires Professional Care
An untreated cavity can sometimes lead to cavities accessing the pulp and other sensitive structures in a tooth. As this happens, tooth decay can compromise the tooth and even cause a dangerous abscess to form in your gums. An abscess is created when bacteria forms...
A Tooth with a Severe Cavity May Suffer a Fracture
When a cavity goes without professional treatment, decay can slowly start to affect the tooth’s structure. You may find yourself chewing on a piece of food and your tooth cracks. The pain that results can sometimes be severe and the bacterial presence in the area can...
4 Ways to Take Care of Your Smile
Taking care of your smile doesn’t have to be difficult. Here are four ways you can take care of your smile. Brush: Brush your teeth! There are no shortcuts--but luckily, it’s really easy to integrate into your daily routine. Brush using a soft-bristled toothbrush and...
Gum Disease Risk Factors
You’ve likely heard of gum disease, an oral infection that attacks the gums and bone that surround and support your teeth. Did you know that some people are more at risk for gum disease than others? Dr. Rai and our team are happy to share the risk factors with you....
The Amazing Benefits of Fluoride
What do you know about fluoride? Fluoride is a natural mineral that can strengthen and rebuild your tooth enamel, the outermost layer of your teeth. Here are some fun facts about the amazing benefits of fluoride: - Fluoride can augment your oral health by aiding the...
Fun Facts about Dentures
No matter how many teeth you’ve lost, there’s always a solution for restoring your smile. Dentures can restore your smile back to its former beauty and good health. Here’s how: -Partial dentures are designed to fill in the gaps in between your teeth, whereas complete...
Are You Informed about Oral Cancer?
Are you aware of what oral cancer is and how to stop it? Oral cancer is a very real and serious oral health illness that can cause severe health problems, including death. Oral cancer can strike at any age and health level, so it is essential no matter what state your...
Principles Concerning Gum Disease
Gum disease also referred to as periodontal disease, is a common disease that affects your gum tissue. Usually, it affects individuals who have poor oral hygiene habits, but it can also be caused by age, hormonal imbalances, unhealthy habits, and genetics. For a...
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