Advanced Smiles pc

08/07/2023

"Dental prophylaxis involves a dentist cleaning the teeth and inspecting the mouth for signs of any dental issues. Prophylaxis means preventive medical treatment. It is a crucial part of looking after the teeth to prevent dental disease and oral health issues."

06/22/2023

"If you have crooked, worn, discolored, damaged, or unhealthy teeth, your dentist may recommend tooth or dental restoration. There are several different types of tooth restoration you may wish to consider. Tooth restoration can restore the natural function of your teeth, plus prevent additional damage from decay. These procedures can also restore the look of your teeth and can be beneficial for cosmetic reasons. In many instances, a dental restoration procedure may restore tooth function and appearance at the same time."

06/14/2023

"How effective is Invisalign? Do clear aligners really work as well as the traditional braces we’ve known for decades? We researched the latest in orthodontic medicine and pored over user reviews to answer the question: Does Invisalign really work? We break down the treatment process, describe the ideal Invisalign user, outline what prospective users should consider, and investigate the orthodontic issues Invisalign is best fit to tackle."

06/08/2023

"When cared for properly, braces should not cause tooth decay or other oral issues. However, those with this orthodontic treatment need to put a little more effort into making sure they stay free of food particles and another buildup."

05/30/2023

"Tooth infections don’t always require antibiotics. In many cases, they may clear up on their own."

05/22/2023

"Most people don't know they have gum recession because it occurs gradually. The first sign of gum recession is usually tooth sensitivity, or you may notice a tooth looks longer than normal."

Why do gums recede? WebMD explains the causes of gum recession, how it is treated, and how to prevent the condition.

05/15/2023

"If you're thinking of whitening your teeth or are having some side-effects after the treatment, you might be considering your options. It turns out tooth sensitivity is sometimes related to whitening treatment. Why does that happen, and will that happen to you?"

05/08/2023

"Chipped or broken teeth are not just unsightly, they're potentially dangerous. A jagged tooth can cut the inside of your mouth or tongue. It can also become infected easily, and should be considered a dental emergency."

05/01/2023

"Any part of a tooth can be cracked. The crack may be visible, though this is not always the case. If a person experiences pain when chewing food, or if teeth suddenly become sensitive to hot and cold, one tooth may be a cracked."

04/26/2023

"We’ve heard about cavities since we were kids. Yet our understanding of what they are, how we get them, and what we can do about them is often somewhere back in the third grade."

04/19/2023

"Dental extraction is the removal of adult teeth to take on issues like tooth decay, infection, or crowding. The dentist or oral surgeon’s goal is to take out the entirety of the tooth—including its root—from its socket in the gums. This procedure is usually performed while you’re under localized or generalized anesthesia at a dentist’s office or clinic, and it’s generally painless and well-tolerated."

04/13/2023

"Gum surgery is primarily performed to prevent complications that occur as a result of advanced gum disease (periodontitis), such as tooth loss and bone damage. Surgery may also be performed to treat severe gum recession that is not directly caused by periodontitis—for example, trauma/injury or forceful tooth brushing. Removing excess gum tissue in order to improve the appearance of your smile is another potential reason for surgery."