Tooth Sensitivity What is it? Tooth sensitivity is something that affects a number of people. It is often caused by eating or drinking something hot, cold, sweet or acidic. Under normal conditions, the underlying dentin of the tooth (the layer that immediately surrounds the nerve) is covered...
The Panoramic X-ray Gives Dr. Michel the Big Picture Dental X-rays, also called radiographs, are an important tool for the dentist. The three most common types of dental X-rays are the bitewing, periapical and panoramic X-rays. Bitewing X-rays are those that are taken during most routine...
Gingivitis: Take This Mild Gum Disease Seriously Do you have red, sore gums that occasionally bleed when you brush your teeth? If so, you may have gingivitis -- the mildest form of gum disease. Most people get gingivitis at some point in their lives, and mild...
Worried about bad breath? You're not alone. Forty million Americans suffer from bad breath, or halitosis, according to the American Dental Hygienists' Association. Bad breath can get in the way of your social life. It can make you self-conscious and embarrassed. Fortunately, there are simple...
15 Myths and Facts About Cavities 1. Sugar Is the Prime Cause of Cavities Myth and fact. In reality, it’s the acid produced by bacteria in your mouth that causes cavities. What the bacteria do is eat carbohydrates -- and sugar is one of them. Rice, potatoes,...
We know that flossing daily helps to prevent gum disease. This fact is well known. What is not so well known is that flossing protects your heart. Flossing your teeth on a daily basis helps to prevent heart disease in two ways. Here they are:...
Digital Radiography Reveals Root Issues Wouldn't it be nice if Dr. Michel could somehow look painlessly into your mouth, clearly identify every external and internal anatomical structure, and accurately diagnose your dental problems… all within seconds and with minimal radiation exposure? And what if that information could be...
One of the most important things we do for our patients is to identify and fill cavities. Since even the smallest spot of decay can threaten the integrity of the entire tooth, finding and filling cavities is the key to preventing further problems of all...
[gallery] Benefits of Straight Teeth: Most people know that braces and orthodontic treatment can help give patients a beautiful smile, but did you know that straight teeth are healthy teeth? Likewise, teeth that are properly aligned and spaced are much more likely to be found in the...
FOR MIGRAINE SUFFERERS, IT MAY SEEM AS THOUGH there are only two options—either suffer in silence...
