Dental Blogs

Do you ever cover your mouth when you laugh or smile with your lips closed? It’s hard to smile with confidence when you have a chipped,…

Always call our office at the first twinge of dental pain. The longer you ignore a toothache, the more you increase your risk of needing…

Dental inlays and onlays are like a stepping stone between fillings and crowns. They allow us to restore your tooth to its full function…

In general, we recommend that our patients see us every 6 months for a routine teeth cleaning and oral examination. But we may need to see…

Are you prone to getting cavities? Does your dentist often notice plaque and tartar buildup on your back teeth? If so, you may want to…

Have you recently lost a tooth? If so, one of our dentists may recommend getting a dental bridge to restore your oral health. When left…

Not all dental concerns are emergencies. That being said, you should always call our office at the first sign of dental pain or discomfort.…

Yes, you’ll need to start wearing a night guard if you grind and/or clench your teeth. Otherwise, you’ll increase your risk of needing…

Sleep apnea is a serious sleeping disorder that causes you to stop breathing while you sleep. Patients who have severe sleep apnea can stop…

CEREC same-day crowns are a game-changer. In the past, dentists had to use trays full of pink impression putty to make molds of your teeth.…

A lot of people start the new year with a list of goals to become their best selves. Why not focus on improving your dental hygiene? In…

The American Cancer Society estimates that over 53,000 Americans will get oral or throat cancer this year. That’s why it’s more important…

Autumn leads right into Halloween. Which then leads into Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. Since we often celebrate with food, this…

No one wants to wake up with a toothache or pain radiating down their jaw. But fortunately, there’s a lot you can do to prevent a dental…

First, it’s important that you understand that one procedure isn’t inherently better than the other. Our goal is to always save as much…

Preventive dental care starts in the home. But you’ll also need to see one of our dentists every 6 months for your teeth cleaning, oral…

First, we want to make it clear that you should always call our office if you’re experiencing severe tooth pain. We offer emergency dental…

If you haven’t already, remember to schedule an appointment with one of our family dentists. During your appointment, we’ll check for…

A dental bridge replaces one or two teeth in your smile. But is a dental bridge the right choice for you? In this blog post, we’ll explain…

Gum disease happens when plaque hardens into tartar on your teeth and gums. Plaque is an invisible film of bacteria that eats the sugar on…

Clear aligners can straighten your teeth in as little as 12 to 18 months. But that doesn’t mean that you won’t experience some discomfort…

The most common chronic disease affecting American children is tooth decay, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…

Do your teeth hurt more in the winter? Do you ever feel a twinge of pain when you sip a cup of freshly brewed coffee? If so, you may have…

We know that sometimes when reclined in the dentist’s chair, our advice may go in one ear and out the other. As your Metro Detroit dental…

When it comes to retainers, there is a lot of information out there that can skew your perception of them. As your Shelby Township & Macomb…

Losing one of your teeth affects your confidence and oral health. The good news is that our Shelby Township dentists will be able to…

Clear aligners can straighten your teeth in as little as 12 to 18 months. Yet, we understand if you’re hesitant about starting treatment.…

Not everything you see on social media is true, especially when it comes to “natural” teeth whitening. That’s why it’s a good idea to ask…

Our dentists in Metro Detroit, Michigan, offer both dentures and dental implants. Yet, it can be difficult choosing between these tooth…

Our smiles play a large role in our overall appearance, so it’s no surprise that in-office professional teeth whitening is one of the most…

If you have gaps in your mouth created by missing teeth, you know what a hassle it can be to perform even the simplest tasks. Even the most…

As more and more research about gum disease is surfacing, the need for prevention is more urgent than ever. Gum disease is when your gum…

In 1980, W. Mörmann and M. Brandestini created CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) technology for dental…

Tooth sensitivity can be difficult to deal with, especially when something as simple as drinking water can aggravate it. Teeth sensitivity…

When combined with good oral hygiene, regular dental visits can help you maintain a healthy smile for life. That’s why our dentists in…

Do you feel self-conscious about laughing or smiling in front of other people? Do you try to hide your mouth’s problem areas from others?…

Many people have questions about dental implants. Am I a good candidate? Is it painful? What are the costs? The following information on…

Do your front teeth have small chips, cracks, or gaps? If so, our cosmetic dentists in Shelby Township, Michigan, may recommend teeth…

Wear a new set of aligners about every two weeks and let clear aligners take care of the rest! With clear aligners, you can improve your…

Most of us consider smiling, talking, and eating to be simple tasks. But it’s hard to feel confident if you have front teeth with small…