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Is Dental Decay Preventable?
posted: Sep. 15, 2018.
Dental decay is caused by oral bacteria interacting with complex carbohydrates (mostly sugars). We supply the carbohydrates to the bacteria by what we eat. Dr. Milan Somborac claims that white Read more -
Dry Mouth (Xerostomia) and Dental Cavities
posted: Sep. 11, 2018.
Water is important to your body in a number of ways. One is that water is a key component of saliva (spit). Saliva starts the digestion of starches, keeps the Read more -
A Bonded Retainer Might Work for You after Orthodontic Treatment
posted: Sep. 11, 2018.
If you want to keep that new smile after orthodontic treatment, you’ll need to wear a retainer for awhile. Teeth have a tendency to “rebound” to their old positions Read more -
Can Dental Cavities Predict Future Health Problems?
posted: Sep. 05, 2018.
Could dental cavities be a predictor of future health problems? A book by Canadian dentist Milan Somborac, DDS says they might be. (1) Dr. Somborac thinks that the same refined Read more -
How to Treat the Problem of Teeth that Never Developed
posted: Sep. 01, 2018.
About one-quarter of people have teeth that never developed. While most of these congenitally missing teeth are wisdom teeth, they can also include premolars or lateral incisors (the teeth Read more -
Correcting a Poor Bite Improves Dental Health as Well as Smile Appearance
posted: Aug. 22, 2018.
Overbites, underbites, crossbites—these are just a few of the possible malocclusions (poor bites) you or a family member might be experiencing. But no matter which one, any malocclusion can Read more -
The Anatomy of Your Mouth
posted: Aug. 20, 2018.
Many times when you’re in the dental office, we may refer to parts of your mouth with anatomical terms. To help you understand what you’re hearing, here are some that Read more -
When They Can't Tell You What's Wrong: Information for Caregivers and Parents
posted: Aug. 12, 2018.
Sometimes we’re faced with caring for someone who can’t tell us how they feel or if there is a problem. Sometimes a problem is obvious: a broken tooth or a Read more -
Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
posted: Aug. 12, 2018.
Fans of the primetime TV show The Middle were delighted to see that high school senior Sue, played by Eden Sher, finally got her braces off at the start Read more -
Fresh Breath Day!
posted: Aug. 06, 2018.
August 6th is Fresh Breath Day! (Yes, it really has its own day.) For most of us, brushing and flossing are enough to keep our breath fresh. Sometimes we'll use Read more -
When Summertime Sports Lead to Dental Dilemmas
posted: Aug. 02, 2018.
Summer is a great time to go outdoors and get your game on—no matter whether your court is set up for tennis or basketball, whether you’re on the diamond Read more -
Why You Shouldn't Ignore Cracked Teeth!
posted: Jul. 27, 2018.
Cracked tooth syndrome is a condition where you feel a twinge or other sensation either when you bite something. Often, you might only notice it with certain types of foods—hard Read more -
"Why Can't You Do All My Treatment, Doc?": General Dentists and Dental Specialties
posted: Jul. 24, 2018.
A common question is “what do all those initials after doctor’s names mean?” You may have noticed that some dentists have D.M.D. after their name and others have D.D.S. and Read more -
Your Cosmetic Dentistry Options
posted: Jul. 24, 2018.
Is personal appearance important? Just ask people who dislike how their teeth and gums look. They cover their mouths when they laugh and smile. They feel awkward socially. Others perceive Read more -
Exposing and Preserving Impacted Canine Teeth
posted: Jul. 23, 2018.
The final emergence of permanent teeth in late adolescence marks the end of a long process beginning in the womb with the formation of our primary or “baby” teeth. Read more -
Gum Disease Can Creep Up On You!
posted: Jul. 15, 2018.
Gum disease is caused by inflammation of your gums due to the bacteria in your mouth. It can arrive without pain and without apparent symptoms—at least not until it has Read more