Dental News & Updates

Nearly everyone has had a case of halitosis (bad breath) at least once or twice in their lifetime. It can be one of the most embarrassing moments of your life when you are young, and unpleasant but not nearly as embarrassing when you are older. As people get older,...

An Introduction to Gum Disease Most people at one time or another have visited a dentist to treat gum problems. Bacterial growth is a result of plaque buildup and the major cause for gum disease. If plaque is not removed, it can harden and cause problems. This plaque...

Understanding Root Canal treatment In dental parlance, root canal treatment is termed as endodontic treatment; where ‘endo’ means inside and ‘donto’ means tooth. Inside the tooth is a cavity that is filled with soft pulp and tooth nerves. Once the tooth has emerged...

Give your confidence and image this brace! The chances of being born with perfectly aligned teeth are very slim and lucky are the few who are blessed with perfect teeth. For the many that are not, braces provide an effective solution. What is the biggest benefit in...

Permanent Tooth Loss Solutions - Are Dental Implants Right for Me? Dental implants come in many forms. The most common form currently used is known as the endosteal implant. This type of dental implant utilizes a three component system to replicate the effects and...

Partial Dentures Restore Your Smile and Enhance Your Ability to Eat and Talk Losing your teeth is never a pleasant experience. Unfortunately, accidents can knock teeth out of the mouth, cavities that have been left too long can lead to tooth extraction, and...

Did you know that the ADA or American Dental Association highly recommends that you floss your teeth daily in order to maintain healthy gums? Flossing is considered to be part of a good oral hygiene plan. For the best results, find a flossing product that you like and...

What You Need to Know About Tooth Abscesses An abscess is a life-threatening issue. It can occur in the mouth, jaw, and even the throat. It is an extremely serious dental problem that can lead to a lot of pain, particularly if it is not taken care of properly....

What Are Dental Posts? The decision by your dentist to place a post in your tooth is made according to how much of the original tooth structure is still viable or remaining above your gum line. When the tooth is severely fractured or has sustained an excessive amount...

Maintaining your periodontal health is critical for your teeth. When your gum tissues become too soft, they tend to slip away from the teeth, enabling plaque and calculus to form on the roots of your teeth. The plaque combines with sugars and starches that are present...

Often considered a cosmetic treatment, gingival sculpting or gingival contouring as it is also known, is sometimes recommended by your Las Vegas dentist for the purposes of enhancing your existing smile. It is also used for the purposes of improving your dental...

Over the last several decades, many new strategies have come into play for treatment against dental decay as well as for the protection of the teeth and gums against unnecessary diseases. One of these breakthrough treatments involves dental sealants.  What Are Dental...

Maximizing the effectiveness of your tooth brushing and flossing techniques is a simple task that can enhance the health teeth and extend their longevity. Unfortunately, most people fall into a pattern of using the same toothpaste, brushing pattern, and flossing...

For athletes, dental care takes on a whole new meaning. In addition to proper brushing and flossing, an athlete must take steps to protect his teeth during all sports-related activity. In most cases, this involves the use of a specially fitted mouth guard. The mouth...

No More Dental Amalgam Replacements! Enjoy the Beauty of Las Vegas White Fillings. Welcome and thank you for taking the opportunity to learn a bit more about Las Vegas white fillings. Today, they are quickly becoming the best way to repair tooth decay as dental...

In general, dentists who practice in the specialty fields of dentistry have completed additional training beyond post-dental education. Once they have achieved the required education, they go through the process of becoming certified in that field. The American Dental...

Not only does caring for your teeth involve proper brushing and flossing, but it also involves bi-annual visits to an experienced dental hygienist for thorough cleansing and a set of x-rays to determine whether or not you have any cavities. At that time, a qualified...