Tooth sensitivity can be extremely annoying and inconvenient. It generally occurs when the tooth’s enamel is worn away or when the gums recede, exposing the tooth roots. If you have trouble with tooth sensitivity, our team has some helpful tips for you! While you are at home, we recommend doing the following things: Change your… Read more »
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Is Dry Mouth Causing You Problems?
Why is saliva necessary for a healthy functioning mouth? Is your saliva production optimal, or is it diminishing, causing you to experience unpleasant symptoms? Since saliva neutralizes acids produced by bacteria and limits bacterial growth, washes away food particles, helps you to swallow and helps your digestion, it is not something you want limited. Dry… Read more »
Tooth-Colored Fillings: Taking a Step Toward a Healthy and Beautiful Smile
Did you know you can fill your dental cavities with something other than metal and gold fillings? Well, it’s true! At Heritage Dental, our office offers composite dental fillings, which are tooth-colored resin fillings that repair the health of your smile and give you the natural results you are looking for. There are many reasons… Read more »
What Treatments To Consider For TMD
If you’re wondering how you can treat your TMJ disorder, look no further! Our staff is going to give you some of the more common treatment options that are practiced by many who have TMD. Home Treatments Taking over-the-counter medications can help relieve any muscle pain or swelling you are experiencing. Consider applying an ice… Read more »
Four Options to Treat Your TMJ Disorder
Knowing what your options are important to you, especially when it comes to your TMJ disorder (TMD). Today we are going to give you four common treatment options for TMD to help in your decision. 1. Taking over-the-counter medications can help relieve any muscle pain or swelling you are experiencing. Consider applying an ice pack… Read more »
Knowing How to Have Fun While Brushing
If your child is one that throws a fit every time you ask them to brush their teeth, we have some suggestions that might help you make teeth brushing a more fun and enjoyable activity! Suggestion No. 1: Hum a tune. Find a two minute tune that your child can hum while they brush their… Read more »
Sedation Dentistry: The Way to a Successful Dental Appointment
Are you someone who would rather suffer with tooth pain than visit the dental office? If so, there are many advances in the dental world today that will help you feel much better about your visits! Sedation dentistry is a beneficial, calming aspect of dentistry that offers a relaxed and comfortable dental atmosphere, and there… Read more »