by Michigan Dentist | Oct 28, 2019 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Checkup
During a routine dental check-up you might wonder why your dentist will ask you to open and close your mouth. The dentist is checking your jaw and facial muscles for proper functioning and for a condition known as temporomandibular disorder or TMD, which is often...
by Michigan Dentist | Oct 9, 2019 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Checkup
While it may seem like the most trying part of braces is the process of getting them on, actually taking care of them and knowing how to care for your teeth while wearing them is another difficult altogether. Knowing how to properly care for your braces can be key in...
by Michigan Dentist | Sep 25, 2019 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Checkup
Your teeth are covered in enamel, the hardest most mineralized tissue in your body.1 But sometimes, accidents, injuries or just crunching down on a hard food item can chip a tooth. In addition, cavities and poor oral hygiene can also weaken teeth, making them easier...
by Michigan Dentist | Sep 9, 2019 | Children's Dentistry, Dental Checkup
Thumb sucking is a common habit of babies and toddlers. When they’re young, its cute, innocent, and maybe even a little quirky; but the sooner you can nip this habit in the bud, the better. Thumb sucking can have long lasting negative impacts on the teeth and mouth....
by Michigan Dentist | Aug 22, 2019 | Dental Checkup
A tooth abscess is one of the more common and irritating reasons to go to the dentist. The technical definition of an abscess in a tooth is a pocket of puss, as a result of bacterial infection. The abscess could be located in a few different places within the tooth...
by Michigan Dentist | Aug 6, 2019 | Children's Dentistry, Dental Checkup
Sedation and anesthesia, which are used to relax patients and alleviate pain, carry risks for both adults and children. So, it is important for parents to understand the benefits and drawbacks, be knowledgeable on the various options, and learn what information your...
