Did you know, there are many treatments for sensitive teeth problems? Yes, it’s true! You do not have to suffer in silence if you have sensitive teeth because there are many things you can do to improve your situation. Having sensitive teeth is a common problem that affects thousands of people each day. Our dentists, Dr. Scott Ferguson, is excited... read more »
Are you excited for the spring season? Are you ready to vacation somewhere or plan to have many pictures to commemorate your fun-filled season? If so, then we have exciting tips for you! Keeping your smile healthy and white as you travel is always ideal, especially if you love to take pictures. To help you, our dentistss, Dr. Scott Ferguson... read more »
Keeping your smile safe and productive for a lifetime of happiness includes always taking time out of your busy day to think about your oral health and even clean your teeth when you get the chance. Not only should you be brushing and flossing on a daily basis, but you should consider using alternative cleaning utensils such as mouthwash after... read more »
Are you familiar with any alternative techniques to keep your teeth and gums safe, such as chewing sugarless gum? Chewing sugarless gum has numerous potential benefits to your smile to help ensure your teeth and gums continue to function as intended. Listed below are just some of the benefits that you can expect: - Increase saliva flow in your mouth,... read more »
If you’re interested in knowing how dentures can benefit you, then our dentists Dr. Ferguson and Dr. Batra, are more than happy to help you. Dentures are handy appliances that can replace your missing teeth and boost your oral health. There are also more benefits to dentures, and they are happy to tell you all about them. The benefits include:... read more »
Always look for new ways to protect your smile from cavities. Cavity prevention is extremely important to ensure oral health happiness. If enamel erosion is allowed to occur, not only will it give rise to cavities, but it will increase your potential risk of infections and tooth loss. Thus, you'll need to make sure that you're doing everything you can... read more »
An often-overlooked condition that can arise due to poor dental habits or other oral health problems is halitosis, more commonly known as bad breath. Bad breath typically arises due to bacteria in your mouth emitting bad odors, but it can also be caused by the foods you consume and underlying health conditions within your body. Treatments for halitosis include the... read more »
When people think of dentures, they often picture someone over the age of 65. However, many adults in the United States of varying ages are missing one or more teeth, or have teeth that need to be replaced. While dental implants have become very popular in recent years, some people may not be suitable candidates to receive implants. Surgery is... read more »
Because gum disease can be painless in its earliest stages, many people may not know that they have it. Some people may not even think about preventing gum disease, or having it treated until it becomes a serious issue. Often, your dentist will be the first one to spot gum disease, which is why it is so important to see... read more »
You may think that because your dentures are not your “real teeth” your days of brushing are over. Not quite! Dentures may not be natural teeth, but they still need to be properly cleaned if they are to do their jobs effectively. Dentures can collect food debris, just like natural teeth. That can lead to bad breath and gum disease,... read more »