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What causes stained teeth — and what you can do about it

Ever look at a photo of yourself from only a few years ago and ask yourself, “Huh, were my teeth a bit brighter back then?” Almost everyone experiences tooth discoloration at some point in their lives. But what causes teeth to become discolored, and how can we prevent tooth discoloration? Although coffee and red wine …

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What causes a crossbite and how are crossbites treated?

When a parent brings a young child to the dentist, the last discussion they’re expecting to have is one centered on braces and orthodontic appliances. Yet, even at ages three and four, a talk about braces, sagittal expanders, and retainers can indeed be front and center when a child is diagnosed with a crossbite.  The …

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Cavities

Cavities are one of the most common tooth-related ailments experienced by people of all ages. Left untreated, cavities can lead to tooth loss and require costly procedures to repair or replace. Despite this fact, most people don’t know the signs of a developing cavity. Don’t let your cavity turn into a root canal or an …

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Flossing 101

Despite being one of the least expensive, easiest ways to keep teeth clean and healthy, the overwhelming majority of people fail to include flossing in their daily oral hygiene regimen. Even those who do floss regularly often fail to floss correctly, missing out on critical opportunities to prevent cavities and other tooth problems. Why is …

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