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Keep Your Teeth Healthy During the Holidays

Everyone loves the feasts of the holidays. It seems like endless buffets of meats, cheeses and snacks fill our work and civic functions. Family gatherings abound with spreads of every kind. Layers of candies, cookies and other delectable sweet treats adorn every refreshment table, and there’s always something new you simply have to try. There[...]

Zoom! Teeth Whitening

According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, nearly 100 percent of Americans believe that a beautiful smile is an important social asset. Your smile is the first impression that others have of you, so why hide it? Cosmetic tooth whitening from Zoom makes it possible for you to whiten your teeth to a beautiful,[...]

Invisalign Clear Braces

Invisalign is an orthodontic appliance system used to inconspicuously treat crooked and crowded teeth. This modern take on braces features a system of clear aligner trays that are worn at all times with the exception of during meals and when brushing or flossing. Teeth can have trays that are custom fitted, making them virtually unnoticeable when laughing,[...]

Root Canals

A root canal is a valuable dental procedure used to treat and preserve teeth with infected roots. The pulp is the live portion of the tooth that extends into the root and contains nerve endings and tissues. When it becomes infected, patients can experience pain, swelling, and even total tooth loss unless treated. Root canals remove[...]

TMJ Treatment

TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint, which is the bone structure, muscles and connective tissues that surround the jaw and control chewing. When patients experience disorders of this joint, they are said to have a temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD. Symptoms of TMD include pain and tenderness near the jaw, as well as popping or clicking[...]

Veneers

Dental veneers – also known as laminates – are used to cosmetically enhance the appearance of one or more teeth. Veneers are very thin, porcelain or resin shells that are customized for a desirable color and shape. They are bonded to the surface of the teeth to reshape broken, misshapen or irregular teeth, as well[...]

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening procedures are used to brighten the appearance of a patient’s smile – sometimes by as many as 5 to 10 shades in a single session. According to the American Dental Association, teeth whitening procedures have become some of the most popular esthetic dental treatments among patients throughout the country, including. Professional teeth whitening[...]