Introduction A healthy smile is more than just an attractive asset; it plays a significant role in your overall well-being. Orthodontic treatment, such as braces, can help correct dental issues and improve your oral health. Braces are not just for kids; many adults can significantly benefit from orthodontic treatment to address various dental concerns and…
Types of Dental Braces
If you or your child have been recommended for braces, you might be wondering what your options are. With so many types of braces available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one. In this article, we’ll explain the different types of dental braces available and their benefits and drawbacks. At Dental Innovations of…
Water Flossers / Water Flossing
What Are Water Flossers? Water flossers, also known as water irrigators, are devices that use a stream of pressurized water to clean between teeth and along the gumline. They are a popular alternative to traditional string floss for maintaining good oral hygiene and preventing gum disease. Water flossers work by filling a reservoir with water…
Teeth Grinding/Bruxism
You can be diagnosed with teeth grinding – medically known as bruxism – if you excessively grind, clench, or gnash your teeth. Teeth grinding can happen while you are awake (awake bruxism) or sleeping (sleep bruxism), but you are much less likely to know that you grind your teeth while sleeping. About 10% of the…
Periodontal Disease Stages and How It’s Treated
Periodontal disease happens when your gums become infected with bacteria. There are various periodontal disease stages, each with its worst (and best) case scenarios. Let's go through each stage of periodontal disease so you and your dentist can determine the best way to treat it and prevent future problems. RELATED: Three Tooth Replacement Options What's Periodontal...
Root Canal Therapy Explained
Root canal therapy is a common and effective treatment used to repair or preserve teeth that have damaged or infected pulp (nerve tissue, blood vessels and other cellular inside of the root canal). Root canal therapy is also known as root canal, root canal procedure, endodontic therapy, endodontic treatment, or root canal treatment. In a...
Pain in the Jaw – TMJ Disorder (TMD)
Do you feel pain or tenderness in or around your jaw joints or muscles, or in and around your ear? Do you have difficulty or pain while chewing? Does your jaw occasionally lock, making it difficult to open or close your mouth? The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are the two joints connecting the jawbone to the…
All About Dentures
Our teeth play such a significant role in our lives. Every time we smile, talk or eat, we use our mouths and teeth. They help us look our best and enjoy our favorite foods. If you have missing teeth either due to disease or injury, dentures can be a great teeth replacement option. A denture…
What are Dental Implants?
Missing teeth can negatively affect a person's self-confidence, and their ability to eat and speak. According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, 69 percent of US adults between the ages of 35 to 44 have lost one tooth. Today, dental implants are available and are a popular solution for missing teeth. They...
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Oral Appliances
Did you know that your dentist is trained to help treat and manage snoring and sleep apnea? Dental sleep medicine is a dental specialty that uses oral appliance therapy to treat sleeping disorders such as snoring or obstructive sleep apnea. Dentists collaborate together with your physicians to determine the best treatment for you. There are...