Category: Preventive Dentistry

With homecare and preventive dentistry, you have options for protecting your smile from tooth decay and gum disease. Since October is National Dental Hygiene Month, what better time to talk about caring for your smile? Let’s look at what our Gary, IN, patients can do to maintain good oral hygiene!

Have your ever heard of TMJ disorder? Also known as TMD, this jaw joint disorder can lead to seriously uncomfortable symptoms, as well as other complications. Fortunately, we have a comfortable and minimally-invasive solution to TMD for our patients in Gary, IN.

We believe in offering our patients a preventive approach to dentistry. This means we focus on avoiding oral health problems whenever possible, offering care and treatment to protect your teeth and gums. In today’s blog, we’re answering a few questions about the preventive care we offer patients in Gary, IN.

When you develop gum disease, the disease cannot be cured. Instead, regular treatment will be required to prevent the disease from becoming periodontitis, the advanced stage responsible for adult tooth loss. However, you can take simple steps to help protect your smile! Let’s look at what patients in Gary, IN can do to help protect… Read more »

Summertime presents unique dangers for your smile’s health. However, you can take a few simple precautions to help protect your smile all summer long. In today’s blog, we’re looking at preventive measures you can take to strengthen and safeguard your teeth and gums.

When a cavity forms you can experience discomfort and a greater risk of infection. However, there are steps you can take to help prevent the onset of tooth decay. In today’s blog, we’re answering a few common questions about avoiding dental cavities.

Have you ever heard of tori? This issue involves the growth of bony tissue in the mouth. While sometimes a minor issue, the growths can occasionally lead to serious complications. In today’s blog, we’re going to look at the causes of tori and discuss when you see the dentist.

Your daily dental care routine can help you stop problems like tooth decay and gum disease, and help you avoid having to undergo restorative dental work. As important as these habits are to maintain, you also need to keep up with regular dental checkups. When you see your dentist for preventive care, you can have… Read more »

Have you kept up with dental visits in 2017? One way patients can make sure they are enjoying good oral health is by attending regular dental exams. Even if you feel confident in the condition of your smile, visiting regularly allows you to learn about developing problems, and potential concerns. Patients who regularly receive dental… Read more »

Are you enjoying the kind of preventive dental care you need to feel sure your smile is healthy? Individuals who practice good oral care at home, but deprive themselves of regular dental checkups, may be surprised to learn how much they are missing out on. The effort you put towards keeping your teeth clean every… Read more »