Frequently Asked Questions
Browse our selection of topics below for additional information. Each link brings up a short article written by the American Dental Association with information you should know about your oral health. The articles are designed to prompt discussion between patient and dentist regarding common problems and different treatment options. If you have further questions please feel free to contact our office at any time.
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Sensitive Teeth: Causes & Treatment
If a taste of ice cream or sip of coffee is sometimes painful, or if brushing or flossing makes you wince occasionally, you may have a common problem...
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Do You Grind Your Teeth?
Do you often wake up with a dull headache or a sore jaw? Do you sometimes find yourself clenching your teeth? Until you experience pain or have a dental check-up, you may not realize that you have...
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Do You Have a Cracked Tooth?
When you bite down, you feel a sharp pain. It quickly disappears and perhaps you ignore it. You avoid certain foods or chew only on one side of your mouth...
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Bad Breath
Bad breath - we've all had it at one time or another, but our shared experience doesn't make it any less embarrassing. Is there anything we can do...
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Pregnancy & Your Teeth
If you are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant, now is the time to pay extra attention to your teeth and gums...
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When A Filling Needs to be Replaced
A dental filling (also called a dental 'restoration') is intended to replace tooth structure lost to decay. Dental fillings may last for many years, however...
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Diabetes: Tips for Good Oral Health
If you have diabetes, you are at greater risk of developing some oral health problems than are people who do not have diabetes...
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Fluoride: Nature's Tooth Decay Fighter
Caries (cavities) used to be a fact of life. However, during the past few decades tooth decay has been reduced dramatically. The key reason: fluoride.
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What is Gum Disease?
Stories often appear in the news about the association between oral health - specifically gum disease - and overall health conditions, such as diabetes or stroke. But what is gum disease exactly?
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Dental X-rays: Benefits & Safety
Dental radiographs (often called xrays) are an important part of your dental care. Along with an oral examination, they provide your dentist with a more complete view...
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