What is and What Causes Tooth Erosion? Tooth erosion is the wearing away or loss of tooth enamel due to excess acid in the mouth. Over time, this erosion of tooth structure can lead to tooth sensitivity, discoloration and possible cracked teeth. CAUSES OF TOOTH EROSION The main cause of tooth erosion is acid, which […]
Being prepared for a child’s dental emergency is important since the things you do before bringing your child into the office can help improve the prognosis and success of the treatment that’s rendered by the Dentist. It is normal to feel distraught or panicked during any emergency; but it will help your child tremendously when […]
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, dental care is considered safe during pregnancy. The Dentist may consult and work with your Obstetrician when planning extensive treatment, but cleanings, exams, fillings and routine dental treatment can usually be carried out without incident or need for consultation. Local anesthetics can be used safely during […]
Baby teeth are important in the development of your child’s speech and chewing habits. In addition, they help give the face its shape and hold space for the incoming adult teeth. It’s imperative to help your child take good care of their baby or primary teeth. Preventing Decay in Baby Teeth Decayed teeth can cause […]
Before we introduce our new Skyline Dental dentist, we need to thank our wonderful, amazing, loyal patients for their support, patronage, and referrals over the years. In order to keep up with demand and maintain the timely, professional, and personal care that our patients have come to expect over the years, we once again need […]
Our third molars are commonly referred to as our wisdom teeth. Most people get their wisdom teeth and have three permanent molars in each corner of their mouth, but a small percentage of people are born without some or all of their wisdom teeth. The first molars erupt into our mouths at around age 6. […]
Skyline Dental is a Family Dental Practice. We love to see kids and have been treating children in our office for over 40 years. We wanted to review the basics and essentials of oral care for children with all the parents in our practice to help ensure that they are providing the healthiest smiles and […]
A beautiful and bright smile can boost a person’s confidence. Many people are blessed with naturally strong and beautiful teeth; but there are others who suffer minor chips, breaks, stains, or wear on their teeth over time, which alters the overall appearance of their teeth and smile. Skyline Dental Dentists can perform a variety of […]
A new non-invasive test which we now offer at our office, is showing promise in the detection of HPV 16 and 18 infections, and is helping identify individuals who are at increased risk of developing throat or oral cancer. Background on HPV HPV stands for Human Papillomavirus. It is the most common sexually transmitted infection […]
How Not Replacing a Missing Tooth Can Impact Your Life According to the American College of Prosthodontics, 178 million people in the United States are missing at least one tooth, and more than 35 million people don’t have any teeth, at all. Tooth loss occurs due to a number of issues, including wear, cancer, injury, […]