When the gums recede, the receded gumline allows underlying dentin to show through. This dentin allows water and food to access the sensitive nerve, causing sensitivity. There are many treatments and toothpastes that can be used to treat your tooth sensitivity.

Maintaining good at-home care is key to preventing tooth decay and periodontal disease. Daily brushing and flossing are helpful to care for your teeth and minimize your risk of developing gingivitis or tooth decay.

Gingivitis occurs when bacteria surrounds the teeth and enters the gums. The gums become irritated and inflamed when you have gingivitis. In order to prevent periodontal disease, it is important that you maintain good at-home care and visit our dentist and team often.

Dental veneers are thin shells that are placed onto the teeth to enhance the smile. They can improve the size, shape and color of the teeth quickly and effectively. At our office, we use a porcelain veneer material that matches the natural appearance of tooth enamel and is also stain resistant.

Dental crowns are a common restoration we use at our practice. They are a permanent restoration that covers the entire tooth. It can change the size, shape and color of the teeth within a few visits, and it is commonly used after a root canal treatment or a dental implant placement.

Dental implants are permanent replacements for missing teeth. The dental implant is made of titanium and is surgically placed into the jawbone to replace the missing tooth. A few months after the treatment, your dental implant will fuse with your jawbone, giving you a stable anchor for a permanent tooth replacement.