Schools and athletic associations often require contact sport athletes to use a protective mouthguard during practices and games. Yet many athletes complain that stock mouthguards and boil and bite mouthguards feel uncomfortable and make it hard to breathe. In some of these instances the athlete will be tempted not to use their stock mouthguard which could leave them at increased... read more »

If you want a top-notch smile and oral health, then you need to keep up on oral hygiene. If you fail to make oral hygiene a priority, then there is a good chance you don’t know all you need to know about it. Our dentist, Dr. Bradley Austin, is happy to help you increase your knowledge about oral hygiene by... read more »

If you have a damaged or unflattering tooth, you can choose a dental restoration such as a dental crown to improve the weakened tooth structure. Our dentist and team will gladly help you determine if a dental crown is the right method. Dental crowns cover the whole tooth from the gum line to the cusps to restore its appearance and... read more »

If you’re interested in having pristine breath, then you most likely have questions about bad breath. Well, you have come to the right blog. Today, our dentist, Dr. Bradley Austin, is answering commonly asked questions about bad breath. Maybe one of those answers can help you! The commonly asked questions are: Q: What causes bad breath? A: Unfortunately, there are... read more »

Have you recently received new dentures? You’re looking forward to being able to eat and speak properly once again. You may have some questions, however, about how to care for your new dentures and keep them in ideal condition. Dentures Care One important thing that you can do to care for your dentures is to come in regularly so that... read more »

When you hear the words “root canal,” do you tend to assume the worst? Root canal treatment has received a bad reputation over time, but it is a procedure that is often necessary in saving an infected tooth and improving your oral health. If left untreated, tooth infection can cause you to experience dental pain and may result in the... read more »

The best way to prevent oral cancer is to visit the dentist regularly for checkups that include oral cancer screenings. Early detection is the best key to recovery, so we encourage you to always attend dental appointments and keep track of any changes in your smile that could be warning signs of oral cancer. If you frequently feel as though... read more »

Sensitive teeth that hurt when eating or drinking happens when the protective enamel covering our teeth becomes thin, or when the gums recede to the point where the underlying surface is exposed. When this happens, hot and cold comestibles cause pain or minor discomfort. Acidic or very sweet things can also become problematic. Even breathing in cold air can be... read more »

Through the use of dental sealants, individuals of any age can have their teeth protected from dental damage that can arise in the form of dental erosion. Because dental erosion exists due to harmful acids eating your tooth enamel, dental sealants can help protect the surfaces of teeth with a thin coating that cannot be easily breached. Dental sealants are... read more »

A cavity is a hole that appears in the surface of a tooth as a result of tooth decay. It is often accompanied by pain, tooth sensitivity, and discoloration, but may not include any symptoms at all. Our team offers professional insight into why and how cavities form. A cavity forms when acids left on the surface of the teeth... read more »