The American Dental Association reports that 1 out of every 92 adults will develop some form of oral or pharyngeal cancer in their lifetime. While the average age of diagnosis is 62 years of age, increased risk factors such as regular tobacco use, increased alcohol consumption, or a family history of cancer, increase your chances of developing oral cancer at... read more »
Your new crown represents a serious investment in restoring the appearance and function of a tooth that was severely fractured, or suffered extensive tooth decay. Even though the material your new crown is made from not subject to tooth decay, it will still need attention in your daily oral hygiene routine. Residual food particles and bacteria in your mouth can... read more »
The enamel layer of your teeth is composed of a microscopic mineral crystal structure that is very hard and durable. Unfortunately, there are still times when something like a fall or a blow to the face can cause a deep crack or fracture in the enamel layer of one your teeth. A sharp or persistent pain in a cracked or... read more »
Losing a tooth due to advanced tooth decay, can compromise your mouth and impact your quality of life. While it can impact your ability to chew food it might also cause a slur in your speech or be noticeable in your smile. Over time the void caused by the lost tooth can cause the surrounding teeth to turn or migrate... read more »