Have you heard that when you’re fitted for a dental crown, it usually takes at least two appointments? Oral crowns need to be very strong, so forming them takes some time. Find out more about the second visit associated with dental crowns by reading on. After your primary fitting visit, we will mail your dental impression to a dental laboratory... read more »

Do you ever wonder why a dental cleaning is so important? Well, our dentist, Dr. Anthony Shaia, is happy to tell you why. Your dental cleanings and exams are vital for a top-notch oral health and smile. This is why they are strongly recommended every six months. Dental cleanings can do many things for your teeth, gums, and smile. Our... read more »

Brushing your teeth is a major component of good dental health. In order to do that well, you will need a good toothpaste. There are plenty of brands and types available on the market, but they all have the same basic ingredients. For example, all kinds of toothpaste contain a detergent. When your toothpaste foams as you brush and spreads... read more »

Are you interested in achieving that Hollywood-style smile? We can help you do so through professional whitening processes. Most whitening is completed through the use of dental bleach. Dental bleach contains compounds that eliminate concentrated stains, so it’s good for brightening teeth. During our in-office whitening treatments, Dr. Anthony Shaia cautiously applies a prescription-strength bleach gel to patients’ pearly whites... read more »

As the year winds down, it is important to make sure that all your oral health care ducks are in a row so to speak. This includes making sure you've done everything you can to protect your mouth from any oral health hazards that have arrived, or to prepare for ones that could potentially occur in the future. It is... read more »

Did you know that there was a branch of dentistry known as endodontics that focuses primarily on the inner parts of a tooth? Within a tooth lies the pulp and root, which if damaged, typically require a tooth extraction. However, endodontics can implement treatments such as root canal therapies designed to save otherwise failed teeth. Endodontic training requires additional education... read more »

It’s OK to overeat occasionally; however, if you overeat more often, it can harm your health and your smile. This is why our dentist, Dr. Anthony Shaia, encourages you to try and avoid overeating as much as possible. Overeating exposes your teeth to decay-causing and erosion-causing substances for long periods of time. So, please use our tips to stop overeating.... read more »

Tooth stains are quite inconvenient, especially because they can take the beauty away from the smile. Unfortunately, tooth stains do form when you eat and drink dark foods and beverages as well as use tobacco. If the product can stain fabric, it can stain the teeth. Fortunately, there are things you can do to eliminate the tooth discoloration and achieve... read more »

The snoring and breathing interruption caused by sleep apnea can prove detrimental to the quality of your sleep. As time goes on, the stress applied to your circulatory system can have a significant impact on your overall medical health. This can increase your chances of suffering from heart disease, stroke, and other medical conditions. If you’ve been diagnosed with mild... read more »

Have you heard of all the types of sedatives available in dentistry? Did you know that sedatives can be given orally, injected, or given in gas form? With all the distinct levels and varieties of sedation available, you and your dentist can certify that you will receive the best treatment imaginable with the lowest amount of stress and anxiety. Your... read more »