Most dental professionals recommend that you get your teeth professionally cleaned at least twice a year. However, you may require more frequent cleaning and checkups if you’re at greater risk of dental problems, like during pregnancy, or are currently undertaking dental treatment, like orthodontic treatment. Otherwise, a comprehensive dental examination is necessary at least once …

As with any other treatment, the first step to planning your smile makeover with dental veneer treatment is scheduling your initial consultation. Here, your dentist will examine your teeth to determine whether you’re a good candidate for veneers. Ideally, your teeth should be healthy, with no signs of cavities, there should be no indication of …

Dental veneers are a common cosmetic dental treatment that can improve your smile dramatically within a short time. But if you’re planning to transform your smile with veneers, it’s important that you learn as much about this treatment to manage your expectations and ensure that the improvements are long-lasting.  Here are some things you may …

Orthodontic treatment is intended to correct the misalignment of teeth and jaw structure in order to improve your smile and overall oral health. Orthodontic treatment plans vary considerably from case to case, though there are several things that are more or less constant for all orthodontic care: The first appointment is when your orthodontist conducts …

During your orthodontic consultation, your orthodontist will discuss your treatment plan, the duration, and associated costs before it begins. It’s important that you take the opportunity to get clarifications about any issues you may have concerning your diagnosis and treatment plan before the next step.  Here are some common questions you can ask your orthodontist: …

When you’re experiencing severe pain from an infected tooth, your dentist may recommend root canal therapy to eliminate the pain and infection from the tooth, allowing you to retain the tooth with optimal function and aesthetic. Root canal treatment is usually recommended when the inside of your tooth containing the nerve (tooth pulp) has become …

Yes. Every individual, including your toddler, elderly parent, and everyone in between, can benefit from dental examinations and professional teeth cleaning. Even if you feel like everything is alright, many dental and gum problems don’t cause any obvious symptoms, like pain or bleeding, until they’re quite advanced. Through routine dental exams, your dentist can detect …

Dental care is intended to ensure that your natural teeth last a lifetime. It is a largely preventive process involving regular dental cleanings and examinations to prevent most issues from arising in the first place. While many people don’t see the need to keep their bi-annual dental appointments, this could put your oral and overall …