Author: Dr. Dana Walters (Dr. Dana Walters)

Post

Teeth Grinding and Your Oral Health

Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding is a common problem that affects about 20% of the population.  It is the grinding of both the top and bottom teeth in a sideways motion.  While most of us do grind our teeth occasionally when anxious, when grinding occurs on a regular basis, it becomes the condition “bruxism”....

Post

CEREC Crowns

Dental crowns are commonly referred to as “tooth caps” and are used to support damaged teeth. Teeth that have become weakened due to chips, cracks, or decay, can be restored with the help of dental crowns.  Traditionally, it takes two or more office visits to have the procedure done, but today state-of-the-art technology, known as...

Post

Custom Mouth Protectors

Mouthguards, which are also known as mouth protectors, are an essential piece of safety equipment that can help you minimize a wide variety of injuries. They can help cushion face blows, ensuring that you protect your teeth and lips, tongue, and jaw. They are a good way to cover your upper teeth and can help...

Post

Regular Cleanings and Dental Health

It is very important to get regular check-ups and teeth cleanings to not only maintain your dental health and a great smile but also, your health in general.  It is recommended that you schedule a checkup once every 6 months. Proper oral hygiene at home is most certainly important and can go a long way...

Post

Dental Care: Manual Vs. Electric Toothbrushes

Which is better, a manual or electric toothbrush?  This is a very common question, especially in recent years.  Some people even claim that it provides better dental care, but, which is really better?  Here are the advantages of both: Manual toothbrushes make it easier for you to feel how much pressure you are using when...

Post

Your Toothbrush and Your Oral Hygiene

It’s time to get a new toothbrush, and when you’re browsing through the oral care aisle you see many different options to choose from. Any toothbrush will do, right? Wrong! One of the first mistakes that many people make with brushing originates back to the very selection of the toothbrush. Through no fault of their...

Post

Sleep Dentistry: Your Snoring Solution

Have you ever had problems with snoring in your life? Has your spouse or a loved one? If so, you have probably seen a variety of treatments and solutions out there. You probably, however, did not consider consulting your dentist for a possible solution. Sleep dentistry involves the use of oral and dental devices that...

Post

The Importance of Oral Hygiene

One of the most important parts of your oral hygiene routines is that of brushing your teeth. In order to keep your mouth healthy, you should use a soft bristled brush designed to fit your mouth for brushing two times daily. The toothbrush needs to be replaced when bristles become frayed or at least once...

Post

The Importance of Flossing Your Teeth

Flossing is one of the keys to great oral health. According to the American Dental Association, people should be flossing one or more times per day. When you floss, you remove plaque from the areas that your toothbrush misses. If plaque is not removed via flossing or brushing, then it will harden and turn into...