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Many people associate a mouth guard with football or boxing, but sports are only one reason to wear one. Dental treatment and a grinding habit are others. A dentist can make a custom guard that fits your teeth closely. Store-bought options may vary in fit and comfort. The sections below explain when a mouth guard […]

Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, often happens while you sleep, so you may have no idea it is occurring. You might only find out when a partner mentions the sound, or when your dentist notices wear on your teeth during a routine visit. Left untreated, grinding can gradually damage your teeth, strain your jaw, and […]

When you lose a tooth, the bone beneath it can begin to shrink over time. A thin or soft ridge may not hold an implant securely, which is worth knowing if you are considering a replacement. A bone graft is a procedure that adds material to the jaw, helping restore enough strength and shape for […]

Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come in, usually appearing in your late teens or early twenties, long after your jaw has finished most of its growth. By that point, there is often little room left for them to erupt properly. When space is tight, a wisdom tooth can become impacted against the second […]

Having diabetes does not necessarily prevent you from getting a dental implant. However, it does change how the process works. Your blood sugar levels, healing speed, and gum health can all impact your dental implant success. A dentist familiar with diabetes can review your full medical history. This helps decide whether implants or another option […]

Not every damaged crown needs replacement. A dentist can often smooth or fill a small chip along the edge during the same visit. This skips the need for a new mold or a second appointment. However, if a crack reaches past the surface, a patch is unlikely to protect the tooth the way a full […]

Dental implants depend on a strong, stable jawbone to stay securely in place. Not every patient has enough healthy jawbone volume or quality to support an implant immediately. Losing a tooth or living with gum disease can leave the jaw weaker than it should be, but that doesn’t automatically rule out getting an implant. Recognizing […]

A dental filling today doesn’t have to be visible or obvious when you smile. Traditional fillings repair the tooth but often look noticeably different from the surrounding teeth. Porcelain fillings restore the damage and match your natural smile at the same time. Whether you are treating new decay or replacing an older filling, porcelain restores […]