Doesn't it make you smile when you see someone you love smile? Smiling is contagious and downright joyous. Smiling also has direct benefits for your well-being. Whether you're a smirker, a toothy grinner, or a beaming smiler, this infectious facial expression can be...

Do you or your child have diabetes and are seeking orthodontic care in the near future? Then this blog is for you. Diabetes is a common disease that affects about 1 in 10 Americans. But the good news is that this day and age offers many resources for controlling your...

In football, a successful offensive team runs through the “A” gap with ease. But when it comes to dentistry, like a good defense, you want to close that gap. Have you heard of diastema? Diastema is a fancy word for “gap in the teeth.” Gaps are most common between the...

Good for the gut doesn’t always mean terrific for the teeth. And it’s not only the Sour Patch Kids and Dr. Pepper to watch out for when protecting your teeth. All foods and drinks that are highly acidic have the potential to cause erosion. Erosion is the process that...

Sometimes our teeth have a mind of their own. You’ve heard of an overbite, but did you know underbites are a common dental issue, too? An underbite is a dental condition in which your bottom teeth extend farther forward than your top teeth. The alignment of your teeth...

A cracked or broken tooth can be miserable. Breakage in the tooth enamel can potentially expose the inner pulp of the teeth, striking the blood vessels, connective tissues, and nerves. Ouch! If that area becomes infected or inflamed, double ouch! In a best-case...