When a tooth has sustained more damage than can be repaired with a routine filling, you will need serious help – and, sometimes, removing the tooth altogether may be a consideration. But is tooth extraction really the best choice for your smile? In many cases, the answer is probably not. Visiting a trusted professional for quality restorative dentistry can help you avoid tooth loss and save your smile. Keep reading to learn how to survey your options when extraction is part of the discussion.

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Most of the time, you can have dental procedures performed without the need for any advance prep work. But in certain cases, you may need to have oral surgery to create the right environment for the procedure — like having a bone graft before getting dental implants.

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Are you interested in improving the appearance of your teeth without investing too much time or effort? We have great news — professional teeth whitening is a wonderful way to love your smile again. Take-home and in-office treatments are available, depending on your unique needs and desires.

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Just like your dining and television preferences (most likely) differ from your little one’s, so, too, do your dental care needs. Children are at a higher risk of developing cavities while they are busy growing new teeth, while you may require treatment for gum disease or even tooth replacement. A family dentist is well prepared to provide the defense younger smiles need to help them smile happily and healthily for life — keep reading to find out how.

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Jaw pain is not at all uncommon for adults in our country. But if you feel or hear a click or pop when you open and close your mouth, listen closely — that is its way of trying to tell you something. Jaw pain is not just a side effect of getting older. Indeed, a solution can often be found in TMJ therapy alongside certain lifestyle changes to reduce stress. Keep reading to learn more about jaw pain and how it can be treated to find the relief you need at long last.

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While you can prevent a toothache with proper oral hygiene and regular visits to the dentist, this type of “dental emergency” can take anyone by surprise. It’s easy to lose your cool when it happens to you, but remaining calm is of the utmost importance. Dr. L. Blaine Kennington wants to remind you that your next steps can mean the difference in saving your tooth or not. Keep reading to learn what causes toothaches, how to handle one, and tips for making sure a toothache doesn’t happen to you.

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No one wants to have a cavity, but most people will have experienced tooth decay by the time they reach adulthood. Visiting the dentist every six months can help you steer clear of this and other oral health hazards, but how you care for your teeth in the time between these appointments is also crucial. With proper hygiene and a balanced, nutritious diet, you can enjoy proper oral health for a lifetime to come.

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Lengthy treatment times are a considerable factor for many adults who would like to benefit from straighter teeth but don’t want to spend a year or more wearing metal brackets and wires. There’s good news for patients who just need a minor tweak for a considerable impact — Six Month Smiles produces beautiful results in less than half the time of traditional braces. Keep reading to learn how this treatment works and whether or not it’s right for your smile. If it is, we look forward to getting started right away.

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Have you experienced tooth decay or injury? One of the most common restorative dentistry procedures is the dental crown. It’s a thin, tooth-shaped covering that restores the form and function of a damaged tooth. Traditionally, the treatment for a dental crown has required multiple visits to the dentist and weeks spent waiting in between. Now, your dentist is pleased to offer a more efficient alternative: CEREC one-visit crowns.

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Your mouth does not exist in a vacuum — and every year we learn more about the link between periodontal (gum) disease and overall health. To date, research has shown a link between untreated periodontitis and a host of other serious conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and blood. And that’s all on top of the dramatically increased risk of tooth loss for people who have periodontitis. Keep reading to learn more about this condition and how we can help you treat it with expert periodontal therapy.

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