Brushing and flossing regularly helps to maintain your oral health by removing sugars and lingering food particles from your teeth that unite with bacteria in the mouth to form plaque. When left on your teeth, plaque produces substances that erode away tooth enamel, creating cavities where bacteria can begin to pool and setting the stage…
Tooth wear is a very common, natural phenomenon that occurs as we age. There are also many other factors that compromise the integrity of natural teeth. Certain issues like dental problems, diet, lifestyle habits, genetics and accidents can cause teeth to become worn and damaged. At Maple Avenue Family Dentistry we address problems of worn…
Porcelain veneers offer a simple, non-invasive solution for chipped, broken and discolored teeth. This dental procedure is a fairly painless process and can be completed in a few visits. Using porcelain veneers has many benefits both for the appearance and health of your teeth. We offer beautiful and natural-looking porcelain veneers, you don’t have to…
If you have crooked teeth, then you are already aware of some of the difficulties they present on a daily basis. Struggling to clean between them is often the biggest challenge. Below are issues you may experience if your teeth remain crooked, damaged or misaligned. Risk Of Decay When teeth are out of alignment or…
People who are missing one or more teeth experience a change in the way they look, eat and speak. Fortunately, there are easy and affordable solutions to fix this problem. A dental implant or dental bridge can both be effective, but it is up to patients to decide which option is right for them. Longevity…
If your smile needs some work, with damaged, decayed or missing teeth negatively effecting your appearance, you have likely discovered that there are multiple options available in terms of dental restoration. The variety of options can be confusing, making it difficult to decide which treatment option is best for your dental needs. Among the most…
Dental implants are an increasingly popular way to permanently and securely replace missing teeth. With optimum care, dental implants can last a lifetime. There are, however, some situations that can significantly diminish your dental implant’s life span. Bruxism is one habit that can critically damage your dental implants. By understanding bruxism and what it can…
Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by abnormal pauses in breathing, or periods of very low breathing during sleep. These pauses, called apnea, last from a few seconds to minutes and can occur anywhere from 5 to 30 times a minute. Daytime sleepiness is one of the major symptoms of sleep apnea due…
Missing teeth can pose a number of esthetic problems and as well as general health and wellness problems for people. There are several treatment options to consider if you are missing multiple teeth. Removable Partial Dentures Removable Partial Dentures consist of a metal framework with plastic teeth and gum areas. The framework includes metal clasps…
Men and women in their senior years generally require more specialized oral care than their younger counterparts, due largely to complications associated with their aging bodies. Some of the most common of these are arthritis and osteoporosis, which can cause issues with your teeth and jawbone. In addition, decades of gradual wear to teeth and…