To help keep your smile bright and healthy during the busy and party-filled season, here are 12 dental tips to see you (and your teeth) safely through the season: #1 Be cautious of candy canes – Hard candy is tasty and readily available at the holidays from candy canes to peppermints, but it can crack […]
Benefits of Dental X-Rays Dental X-rays help us detect cavities, infections, gum disease, cysts, tumors and developmental abnormalities much sooner than waiting for these problems to get large or advanced enough to become evident to the naked eye; or painful enough to become uncomfortable and noticeable to the patient. Dentistry has led the healing professions […]
It is common to see kids and teens with braces and orthodontics in our country. There happens to be a lot of good reasons for adults to consider orthodontics for themselves as well. Aside from the obvious benefit of a beautiful smile with straight teeth, adults should consider orthodontics for themselves for the following reasons: […]
People with Diabetes are at a higher risk of experiencing oral health problems, such as gum disease, dry mouth, cavities or thrush. A Diabetic patient’s risk of these conditions is typically increased because of changes in blood sugar levels, medications and the body’s response to infection. If you have Diabetes, see your Dentist regularly to […]
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 typically comes from drinking excessive amounts of […]
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 […]
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 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 […]