A Better Smile Family Dentistry Blog
Choosing Among the Different Types of Dental Practices
August 19, 2018
Most patients, especially those in suburban areas near cities, have two choices for the types of dental practices they can go to. There are classic privately-owned practices, which are small businesses where the supervising dentist is also the owner.
The Purpose of a Dental Post
May 28, 2018
Just like a post you place when building a fence, a dental post is intended to keep something stable and in place—in this case, a tooth.
5 Tips for Being a Better Dental Patient
April 30, 2018
Like any relationship in life, having good communication with your dentist is the key to success. The five tips listed below are intended to help you improve your oral health by communicating better with your dentist & /or dental hygienist.
What You Should Know About Teeth Grinding
April 22, 2018
Teeth grinding is when you clench your jaw closed & grind your teeth together, whether consciously or unconsciously. Teeth grinding is called bruxism by dentists, & it can cause damage, discomfort & pain.
The Star-Studded History of Veneers
April 6, 2018
If your teeth are cracked, stained, or otherwise damaged, cosmetic dentistry can greatly improve the appearance of your smile. Dentists use crowns, bridges, implants, onlays and veneers for smile makeovers
Not Everyone Loses All Their Baby Teeth (Milk Teeth)!
March 29, 2018
While most people finish losing their primary teeth (also called baby teeth or milk teeth) by age 12, there are some adults who still have at least one baby tooth!
Dry Mouth Isn’t Just Unpleasant…It Can Cause Tooth Decay!
February 12, 2018
Dry mouth can make it more likely that you'll get tooth decay! The presence of saliva in your mouth is an important part of keeping your teeth healthy.
5 Reasons to Visit the Dentist
January 12, 2018
There have been unanswered calls, deleted voicemails, ignored texts, & friendly reminders that never make it out of the envelope...we both know it's been a while since you visited the dentist. If all our efforts to reconnect with you haven't convinced you, maybe the following 5 reasons to see the dentist will get you to take care of your teeth properly again!
The Facts & Mysteries of Bruxism
December 7, 2017
Bruxism is what dentists call teeth clenching and teeth grinding. The symptoms of bruxism are fairly easy to spot, as are the complications that can result from it.