Resources
Patient education videos
What is it & is it a problem?
Cracked teeth
Cracks are the most common reason we recommend a crown. Besides a visible crack, a common sign is pain when biting.
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Gum recession
Receding gums are one of the most common things we see. Learn what causes it and what can be done.
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Clenching and grinding (bruxism)
Why clenching and grinding are so common, and what we can do about them.
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Gum disease (periodontitis)
The advanced form of gum disease, which damages the bone around teeth.
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Gum disease (gingivitis)
The early, reversible form of gum disease.
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Notches near the gumline
Common types of tooth damage near the gums that are not caused by cavities.
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Jaw joint disorders (TMD)
The most common type of jaw joint (TMJ) disorder, explained.
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Losing a tooth
What happens to your bite when a tooth is lost and not replaced.
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Acid erosion
What acid erosion is and what causes it.
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How cavities progress
What tooth decay is, and how it gets worse over time.
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Tooth resorption
What root resorption is.
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Front tooth wear
What wear on the front teeth means, and when it is a problem.
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Dry mouth
What dry mouth is and why it matters for your teeth.
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Tooth pain
The most common causes of tooth pain.
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Bridges vs. implants
There are two ways to replace teeth without a denture. This video explains how they differ.
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Dentures and implants
Lower dentures are notoriously hard to keep in place. Just two implants can change that dramatically.
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Root canal treatment
How a root canal saves a tooth that would otherwise need to be removed.
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Implants for front teeth
A predictable, natural-looking way to replace missing front teeth.
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Implants for back teeth
A predictable, strong way to replace missing back teeth.
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Deep cleaning (scaling & root planing)
How a deep cleaning below the gumline treats gum disease.
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Same-day crowns with CEREC
How the CEREC system lets us design and make a crown in a single visit.
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Partial dentures
A removable denture that replaces some teeth and is held in place by the teeth you still have.
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Tooth-colored bonding
How tooth-colored fillings repair front teeth with natural-looking results.
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Complete dentures
The simplest and most affordable way to replace all of your teeth.
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Fixed, full-arch prosthesis
Implant-supported teeth that replace a full arch and stay in place full-time.
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Filling vs. crown
The difference between a filling and a crown, and when each makes sense.
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Regular cleaning vs. deep cleaning
The difference between a routine cleaning and a deep cleaning for gum disease.
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Regular cleaning vs. periodontal maintenance
How ongoing cleanings for gum disease differ from routine cleanings.
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Periodontal maintenance visits
What happens at the ongoing cleaning visits that keep gum disease under control.
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Fluoride
What fluoride is and how it protects your teeth.
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Metal (amalgam) fillings
What metal fillings are, and why they are still sometimes the right choice.
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Tooth-colored fillings on back teeth
What tooth-colored fillings are, and whether one is right for a back tooth.
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After a tooth-colored filling
What to expect after a tooth-colored filling.
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After a bridge
What to expect after your bridge is placed.
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After a crown
What to expect after your crown is placed.
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After a metal filling
What to expect after a metal filling.
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After a root canal
What to expect after root canal treatment.
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Brushing
How to brush effectively.
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Flossing
How to floss effectively.
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Caring for a denture
How to clean and care for your dentures.
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Caring for a dental implant
How to keep your implant and the gums around it healthy.
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Caring for a guard or retainer
How to clean and care for a night guard or retainer.
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Caring for a fixed, full-arch prosthesis
How to clean implant-supported teeth that stay in place full-time.
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Caring for an implant bridge
How to clean a bridge held in place by implants.
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Caring for a bridge
How to clean a bridge held in place by your natural teeth.
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Manual vs. electric toothbrushes
How manual and electric toothbrushes compare.
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