If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »

When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »

When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

Gum disease is a serious and dangerous dental issue that can severely affect your smile, oral health and even entire health if you let it. It forms when you fail to eliminate plaque from your smile regularly. Like you already know, you need to brush twice a day, floss once a day and attend your regular checkups every six months... read more »

When the time comes to enhance your smile, think about the ramifications of the products you are using and how they can better serve your oral health care. Speak with our team about your options to restore damage that has already occurred, or to add an additional layer of protection to ensure that future damage does not arise. If you... read more »

Your daily routines should include brushing your teeth each morning and night as well as remembering to floss between your teeth gumline at least once per day. If you are sometimes lax in these efforts, residual food particles and plaque deposits that linger in your mouth can harden into tartar. As tartar accumulates it can leave you at increased risk... read more »

Are you aware of the oral health risks of having missing teeth? Although we often think of missing teeth as simply a visual impairment, the truth is it can also lead to several health impairments as well. Beyond the risks associated with limited abilities for chewing and eating food, missing teeth can also lead to a downturn in your oral... read more »

The American Dental Association advocates a consistent and effective oral hygiene routine to help prevent oral health problems like gum disease and tooth decay. It calls for thoroughly brushing your teeth each morning and evening with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. It’s also important to remember to floss between each of your teeth as well as along the gumline... read more »

If you have any fears or concerns about visiting your dentist for an oral health care treatment, it is important to remember that numerous forms of sedation exist. If for any reason you're afraid of any pain you may feel, your dentist can provide you with options to eliminate any risks associated with pain or discomfort. This is known as... read more »

Do you ever wonder why you brush, floss, rinse and attend your checkups regularly? If so, our dentist, Dr. A. Alessio Conte, is more than happy to tell you why. Oral hygiene is very important for the teeth, gums, smile and entire oral health. To help you understand why he is happy to list the reasons. Those reasons are: -Oral... read more »