April has been designated as Oral Cancer Awareness Month by the Oral Cancer Foundation. Oral cancer is a serious concern, and at Shaia Dental Care we want to do our part to help all our friends in the Middleburg Heights, OH, area know about this disease. Here are some quick basics. Oral cancer is found in nearly 50,000 new patients... read more »
Something is amiss in your mouth. A severe toothache has arisen, and the pain worsens when you bite down. Maybe your tooth is sensitive. A tooth may have darkened, or your gums may be swollen or sore. Maybe you’ve noticed a persistent pimple on the gums. If you have any of these symptoms, root canal therapy may be needed. Sometimes... read more »
March is finally here and spring is officially on its way. If you are prone to the spring cleaning bug, you know the routine; sweeping out the old, refreshing what’s left, and welcoming the new. Spring is a time for letting fresh air in, as we ready for newer, vibrant energy and renewed vigor after the long winter’s hibernation. Don’t... read more »
As you may already know, baby bottle tooth decay is a serious and dangerous problem that can ruin your child’s smile at an early age. This issue generally occurs when the sugars and bacteria from the liquids in the bottle cling to the smile and harm the gums and teeth. To help you help your child avoid the dangers of... read more »
A barbell in your tongue, a lip ring, and a stud in your cheek are considered by many as fashion statements and forms of self-expression. However, dentists and other medical professionals consider these piercings to be a health risk. Here are a few reasons for why we discourage our patients from getting oral piercings: Your mouth contains thousands of bacteria... read more »
Do you wish you had an easy way to achieve the whiter and brighter smile you have always wanted? If so, we are thrilled to help you! Our team at Shaia Dental Care happily offers Zoom! Whitening in our office, which is an in-office treatment that can give you the smile you have always wanted in just one appointment. How... read more »
A dental bridge may seem like a frightening procedure; however, the benefits greatly outweigh the costs. For example, a dental bridge is considered to be one of the quicker procedures for tooth replacement. A dental bridge will only take two or three visits to your dental office. Even though this may seem like a great reason to consider a dental... read more »
If you are one who has multiple questions about brushing your teeth, we are here to help you! Brushing can be a tricky and complicated task, but it’s time to uncomplicate it and properly brush. To help you do so, we happily provided the answers to the following tooth-brushing questions: What is the proper way to brush your teeth? The... read more »
As you probably know, your smile can lead to a great first impression or a disappointing one. For this reason—along with a variety of others—Americans spend millions of dollars every year on teeth whitening. Unfortunately, if you don’t care for your smile well after it is whitened, you could quickly find yourself unhappy with your results again. Luckily, there are... read more »
You know that brushing and flossing your teeth (and gums) is your most effective way to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Another effective strategy is to apply dental sealants to the molars and premolars. Sealants are a relatively inexpensive and easy to apply--in one dental visit--protection for the biting surfaces of your back teeth. Sealants are a plastic-resin material... read more »