Although newborns usually have no visible teeth, most have at least a partially developed set of primary (baby) teeth, which begin to appear generally about six months after birth. During the first few years of life, all 20 of the primary teeth will erupt through the gums. Most children have their full set of primary...Read More

A patient asked recently, “What’s a space maintainer?” I told him this can be vital to your child’s dental health. If your child loses a baby tooth early through decay or injury, the child’s other teeth could shift and begin to fill the vacant space. When your child’s permanent teeth emerge, there’s not enough room...Read More

Is a taste of ice cream or a sip of hot coffee sometimes a painful experience for you? Does brushing or flossing make you wince occasionally? If so, you may have a common problem called “sensitive teeth.” What Causes Sensitive Teeth? Cavities and fractured teeth can cause sensitive teeth. But if your dentist has ruled...Read More

Pregnancy is very special time. You’ll want to think about taking good care of yourself and getting your baby’s life off to a healthy start. Your oral health is an important part of your overall health, and good oral health habits not only help prevent oral problems during pregnancy, they also affect the health of...Read More

Your teeth are covered with a sticky film of bacteria called plaque. Following a meal or snack, the bacteria release acids that attack tooth enamel. Repeated attacks can cause the enamel to break down, eventually resulting in cavities. Plaque that is not removed with thorough daily brushing and cleaning between teeth can eventually harden into...Read More

From hairstyles to tattoos to jewelry, today’s youth are making a fashion statement. But those that want to look cool with oral piercing may be looking to their dentists and physicians for help afterwards. Common symptoms after oral piercing include pain, swelling, infection, an increased flow of saliva and injuries to the gum tissue. If...Read More

It’s not news that the mouth is connected to the body. The mouth oftentimes is the location used to diagnose, make a prognosis, treat and intervene on a host of diseases. Oral health must be considered an important part of overall health but scientists are still studying how closely the two are connected. For example,...Read More

Mouth sores are annoying and painful. There are plenty of things that can cause them such as bacterial, viral or fungal infections. A loose orthodontic wire, a denture that doesn’t fit, or a sharp edge from a broken tooth or filling may also be the culprit. Mouth sores may be symptoms of a disease or...Read More