Have you been waiting for the right time to get teeth whitening treatment? There’s no better time than the New Year! In 2019, you are setting all kinds of new goals, and one goal you can shoot for is a whiter and brighter smile. Teeth whitening lightens teeth, helping remove discoloration and stains that have taken place over time. The... read more »
Your daily brushing and flossing routine is crucial to thwarting dreaded cavities and gum disease from invading your smile, but by itself, it’s still not enough to maintain top-notch oral health. There is a reason we recommend regular dental cleanings and exams! Seeing our dental team for routine dental checkups and cleanings supports your daily oral hygiene efforts by taking... read more »
Do you know the important differences between full and partial dentures? Our team is happy to review both versions for optimal tooth replacement to help you better understand how they can restore your smile. Below we will review the main types of dentures, which are full and partial dentures, and the benefits they have to offer. Dentures replace missing teeth... read more »
October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »
If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »
When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »
If you find yourself experiencing TMJ symptoms that are mild and infrequent, they may go away on their own. This sometimes can take weeks or months depending on what you do to help your jaw find relief. Of course, this is a good time to alleviate symptoms by temporarily sticking to a soft food or blended diet instead of trying... read more »
When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »
Do you have questions concerning your recovery post-op? We have answers to the most common questions we get. Read on for more: How can I prepare for oral surgery? Make sure you have a comfortable recovery place set up at home. Having extra pillows can help you rest more comfortably, and having something to do while you rest can also... read more »
A bad habit like chewing on ice or medications can sometimes exert enough force to chip or fracture a tooth’s enamel layer. A similar problem could also be related to chronic night grinding or using your teeth to open a package. If the damaged tooth isn’t treated by a dentist in a reasonable amount of time bacterial deposits might start... read more »
If you are struggling to overcome tooth loss, Dr. Pallavi Rakesh and our team will gladly work with you to choose a custom solution for a missing tooth. You may find that dental implants are the ideal treatment to offer enhanced oral function and provide a strong, natural smile. To help you determine if a dental implant may be right... read more »
Rather than waiting for damage to come to your smile, you may need to employ various risk prevention techniques to ensure that no damage occurs. One of the biggest risks to your smile consists of damage to your pulp. As the pulp is the life source of a tooth that contains various connective tissues and nerve endings of the tooth,... read more »
Are you familiar with common risks to your smile as a teen? Several forms of dental damage can often arise from the products you are using, the habits you partake in, and your cleaning routines. Make sure you are exercising caution at all times with your oral health, especially during your teen years when your teeth are susceptible to various... read more »
Are you interested in preventing gum disease? If so, good for you. Gum disease is a serious and dangerous dental issue that should be avoided at all costs. Fortunately, keeping up on oral hygiene and visiting your dentist, Dr. Pallavi Rakesh, for a checkup every six months can help you keep gum disease at bay. Little did you know, there... read more »
Enamel erosion involves the process of wearing the tooth enamel down and promoting other issues. If you have questions about enamel erosion, you’re not alone. Many people also have questions because it can be a confusing dental issue. Well, our dentist, Dr. Pallavi Rakesh, is happy to help you find the answers to your questions. To do so, she is... read more »
Your smile routinely depends on your oral health care. Although your dentist can provide you with routine restoration treatments and professional cleanings as needed, the day-to-day chores are really the bulk of your oral health care. Lastly, it is up to you to make sure your teeth and gums are kept safe by your lifestyle choices and your cleaning habits.... read more »
Your mouth is just as vulnerable to trauma as any other part of your body. While there are certain things you can do to prevent oral injury, you can never completely prevent trauma to your teeth, gums, cheek, lips or other oral structures. If you or someone near you has recently suffered a significant oral trauma, you might need to... read more »
If you’re about to replace a missing tooth and restore your smile with a dental implant, then you might be wondering about the treatment steps involved. This treatment is very effective in restoring your oral health to the best condition possible, and our dentist, Dr. Pallavi Rakesh, will make sure you are comfortable and relaxed in the dental chair. To... read more »
Getting rid of plaque is a key to preventing cavities and other oral health emergencies. But brushing alone can’t do the job well enough. It is very important that you floss your teeth as well. Flossing removes plaque and food particles from all areas of your mouth, including places that your brush can’t reach, like in between teeth and behind... read more »
While there are a few home treatments you can use to treat the pain associated with wisdom teeth, these alternatives are not sufficient to replace professional services from a licensed practitioner. If you try one or more of these treatments, be sure that you also seek out the aid of your dentist. One of the home remedies you may consider... read more »
Oral hygiene is very important if you want a strong and healthy smile. However, oral hygiene isn’t as effective as you would like if you don’t have the proper oral hygiene team. What we mean by that is that your oral hygiene routine won’t help you if you use the wrong tools. So, to help you know which oral hygiene... read more »
A dental bridge is typically created in a special dental lab to replicate a missing or extracted tooth. The special dental adhesive used to marry it to the two anchoring abutments is meant to rival the once natural bond between the dentin layers of each tooth and their respective tooth enamel layer. As the years pass, poor oral hygiene practices... read more »
Your chances of suffering from oral and pharyngeal cancers typically increase with age. However, certain risk factors can cause these serious oral health conditions to occur at a younger age. This could include a family history of these cancers, or if you use tobacco products, and frequently consume alcohol. Every dental checkup performed at Dr. Pallavi Rakesh’s dental office includes... read more »
If your teeth need a little improvement, dental veneers may be for you. You may have some minor chips in your teeth, or maybe your teeth are a little discolored due to age, disease or tobacco use. Your teeth may be unevenly spaced. Fortunately, veneers can conceal and correct these problems, and give you a smile of which you can... read more »
If a tooth is significantly compromised by a large cavity, dental attrition, or a dental fracture, there might not be enough healthy tooth enamel remaining for Dr. Pallavi Rakesh to repair it with a dental filling. In a case like this she might recommend restoring the tooth with a dental crown. This form of treatment is designed to completely replace... read more »
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