Do you know the important differences between full and partial dentures? Our team is happy to review both versions for optimal tooth replacement to help you better understand how they can restore your smile. Below we will review the main types of dentures, which are full and partial dentures, and the benefits they have to offer. Dentures replace missing teeth... read more »
October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »
If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »
When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »
When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »
This spring, why not make sure you fill your supply cabinet for the items you need to keep your smile healthy? Your oral health care needs the right tools to stay healthy and strong through the years. That is why our team is happy to help you with assistance on what you need to take care of your smile correctly.... read more »
If you develop a small cavity that doesn’t receive treatment, it can become an extensive area of tooth decay that damages the tooth and affects your oral function. We may recommend that a dental crown replace the badly decayed tooth enamel to improve the health and strength of your tooth. Typically, Dr. Jeffrey Morrison and our team schedule two separate... read more »
Did you know that dental veneers can dramatically change the way your smile looks? Even though dental veneers are only applied to a single tooth at a time, they can be shaped and crafted in such a way that it can give your entire mouth a smile makeover. Through the use of dental veneers, even below-average smiles can be turned... read more »
Are you doing enough to keep your smile safe during the crucial time during your life as a teen? When you are a teen, you often tend to place your social settings at the forefront, which can cause you to make poor decisions in regard to the health of your teeth and gums. Instead, make sure you're aware of the... read more »
Do you ever wish you had a smile makeover that can make your teeth and gums shine? Do you ever look at movie stars in a magazine and wish that was you? If so, seek out the use of cosmetic dentistry treatments. Cosmetic dentistry is designed to take average smiles and turn them into above average smiles. Through the use... read more »