Say Bye-Bye to Bad Breath
Have you ever had a conversation with someone whose breath smelled so bad, you could not wait to get away? For those that suffer from bad breath, or halitosis, the main cause is a buildup of bacteria living in the mouth, particularly on the back of the tongue. Your mouth, being warm and moist, is […]
What Your Mouth May be Telling You
Just as your oral health than affect your general health, your general health can affect your oral health. Problems occurring throughout the body can spread or manifest themselves in the mouth. Look for the following signs that may mean you have a health problem: Flat, worn teeth and jaw pain — When you sleep, you may […]
Cover all the Bases at Your Next Dental Appointment
When you visit your cosmetic dentist, a variety of factors should be evaluated. Make sure the following are covered on your next visit: Medical History: As with regular doctor visits, you should discuss all significant medical history, such as any conditions you have, medications, allergies, surgeries or hospitalizations. Oral cancer screening: Approximately 30,000 Americans are […]
The Difference Between Bridges and Implants
Have a missing tooth or two? Luckily, you have options. If you aren’t sure whether you need a dental implant or dental bridge, we are here to help. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth, called a pontic, that replaces the missing tooth. This is fused to porcelain crowns that are on either side of the […]
All Things Whitening
The yellowing of teeth is a natural process. Grinding, chewing and chomping, along with pigments being lodged into your teeth from coffee, tea, soda, or red wine, create that yellow-ish brown tint over time that has made teeth whitening one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures in the United States. Before deciding what form […]
5 Reasons Drinking from a Straw is Better for You
Not only is drinking out of a straw fun, but it also has health and other benefits. 1. Stain Protection Using a drinking straw helps protect your teeth against staining that can occur from long-term exposure to dark colored food and drinks (soda, coffee, etc.). Using a straw helps you to avoid constant and direct […]
BOTOX® Dental Treatment
You may shy away upon hearing the word BOTOX®, however, it can be used to help a variety of dental problems on top of the aesthetic improvements. BOTOX® Dental Therapeutic injections help those suffering from TMJ pain or teeth grinding or clenching, and are administered at Art of Modern Dentistry by a BOTOX® certified doctor. […]
Having a Migraine Really “Bites”
If you are a sufferer of migraines, you know how terrible they can be. They make us sensitive to light and sound, and interfere with our daily routine. Since the jaw is so close to the brain, there may be a link between migraines and dental health. Here are a few factors that may be […]
Guard Your Mouth While Playing Sports
Imagine suddenly losing one or two of your front teeth. Everything would be affected – the way you look, feel and function everyday. You may not want to show your smile, and eating and talking would become more difficult tasks. When kids, and even adults, play sports, accidents can happen. Whether it’s a high-contact sport […]
Smile Big With a Pair of Dentures
Dentures are removable appliances that can replace missing teeth and help restore your smile. If you’ve lost all your natural teeth, replacing them benefits both your health and your appearance. When teeth are missing the facial muscles sag, and dentures can fill the face out. It is also very difficult to eat and speak without […]