An overbite occurs when your top and bottom front teeth overlap. This condition can be hereditary, though it can also be caused by unhealthy oral habits such as tongue thrusting, thumbsucking, or nail biting, as well as a malformed jaw. Though most people have an overbite to some extent, which is in the healthy range …

Tooth pain can be felt in or around a tooth when chewing, consuming hot or cold food or drinks, or even when at rest. Toothaches tend to occur as a result of some kind of tooth trauma or a dental condition, such as a cracked tooth, dental cavity, advanced gum disease, or an exposed tooth …

Invisalign is a new approach to straighten your teeth discreetly using a series of clear, removable, custom-made trays that are fabricated using CAD/CAM technology to move your teeth in small increments. The orthodontist uses an intraoral scanner to create 3D models of your teeth, which are arranged to replicate your bite on a computer screen.  …

Are you a candidate for emergency dentistry? If you have chipped your teeth, broken your teeth or caused any kind of trauma to your teeth, an emergency dental specialist can help! Please contact our office today.  Best place for root canals near me  Ideally, a dentist will observe your tooth carefully to determine if a …

For many adults with orthodontic issues, the prospect of wearing conspicuous and unattractive metal braces for months can be very discouraging. Fortunately, there is a discreet and more convenient way to achieve the same results with the Invisalign system. Invisalign provides you with a nearly invisible way to straighten your teeth without affecting your lifestyle.  …

It is normal to have bacteria in your mouth covering the teeth, tongue, and other oral tissues. However, tooth infections can occur when bacteria penetrates the exterior of your tooth (enamel and dentin), and reaches the tooth pulp, or settles in deep gum pockets where it can’t be reached with regular brushing. Poor dental hygiene, …

Clear aligner therapy is a new approach to discreetly move your teeth using clear, removable and custom-made brackets. The procedure uses a series of trays fabricated by technology that moves the teeth in small increments. Like traditional braces, aligners are designed to move teeth a little at a time. Before treatment begins, the orthodontist will …

An abscessed or infected tooth is a dental problem caused by bacteria penetrating through your tooth enamel and dentin to reach the pulp (pulpitis), such that pus begins to collect within. It can also occur when bacteria gets trapped in deep gum pockets. This results in a number of unpleasant symptoms, including: Throbbing pain in …

Are you experiencing toothache or pain? Schedule an immediate visit in order to treat the pain. Don’t wait. Our office offers emergency dental appointments.  Treatment options for tooth infections If you have pulpitis, your dentist may advise root canal therapy to remove the infection and preserve your natural tooth. After the tooth has been treated, …

Invisalign is a modern alternative to traditional braces. The treatment consists of a set of clear plastic trays that cover your upper and lower teeth. During the procedure, the Invisalign aligners gently reposition your teeth to the desired location. Although this method is a modern alternative to traditional braces, it is not for everyone.  During …