IS SNORING KEEPING YOU AWAKE? Did you Know? 24% of men and 18% of women suffer from snoring. 60% of men and 40% of women over the age of 60 snore (female snoring increases after menopause). Loudness of snoring may reach as high as 90db (85db is considered hazardous...
Some cases of acute periodontal (gum) disease that do not respond to more conventional treatment and self-care such as flossing may require a special kind of cleaning called scaling and root planing. The procedure begins with administration of a local anesthetic to...
What is a root canal? Root canals are tiny passageways that branch off from beneath the top of the tooth, coursing their way vertically downward, until they reach the tip of the root. All teeth have between one and four root canals. Many tooth problems involve...
What is a crown? Crowns are synthetic caps, usually made of a material like porcelain, placed on the top of a tooth. Crowns are typically used to restore a tooth’s function and appearance following a restorative procedure such as a root canal. When decay in a...
Missing Teeth Fixed bridges and implants are often used to replace missing teeth and to correct some kinds of bite problems. Crowns and bridges are the most effective procedure for replacing missing teeth or bite problems. Bridges Bridges are natural-looking dental...
Book an Appointment