If your dentist has advised a thorough cleaning, you may be wondering how it differs from a routine dental cleaning. Deep cleaning removes plaque and tartar accumulation behind the gum line. This procedure is vital for avoiding gum disease and maintaining the long-term health of your teeth and gums.

With so many dental care choices available, it's vital to try a few to discover the optimal one for your oral health. In this piece, we'll look at the concept of comprehensive dentistry, including what it entails and why it's worth considering.

People will eventually require dental repairs. Restoration becomes essential when teeth are in bad shape, whether due to decay or poor dental hygiene. Fortunately, modern dentistry offers a variety of effective tooth restoration options.

Cavities, or dental caries, are the most common dental problems worldwide. They occur when bacteria in the mouth attack tooth enamel and produce acids that cause tooth decay. Effective cavity dental treatment strategies are essential to prevent further damage and ensure optimal oral health.

Learn how to repair a broken tooth safely and effectively. Discover essential tips and techniques for immediate care and long-term solutions to restore your smile

Benefits of replacing missing teeth with dental implants. Learn how implants improve your smile, restore functions, and dental health with long-lasting results

It is essential to make an informed decision when faced with the need for permanent tooth replacement to ensure the best possible outcome for your dental health. Modern dentistry has been revolutionized by permanent tooth replacement options like dental implants, which offer a long-lasting and natural-looking option for people who have lost teeth.

This month we celebrate Hand Washing Awareness Month, and while that may sound silly, it’s so important to remind ourselves and others the importance of washing our hands, especially during this time of year.

Fall is only a few days away. Are you picturing all the delicious foods that come with this new season? We certainly are. Did you know some of them are actually great sources of nutrients for your teeth and gums?

As we roll into the summer months, it's important to stay on track when it comes to your dental routine. Vacations and lack of routine can throw us off track.

Here are a few ways to prevent summertime tooth decay and injuries and keep your pearly whites shining like the sun!

May is National Dental Care Month! Here are a couple of things you can do this month to make sure and keep your teeth and gums healthy and happy.

Sleep apnea is so common, and many people who suffer from it don't even know they have it.

But what is Sleep Apnea?

It's never too early to start teaching the little ones to take good care of their teeth. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and it serves as a reminder to give children the best start at oral health.

Any month is a great time for a checkup and dental cleaning, but this time of year, in particular, has its added benefits. If you’ve been putting off your next visit, now may be a perfect time to make your appointment. We know the holidays can be hectic, but scheduling your appointment at the start of the new year can help ensure your smile is ready for 2022.

Temporomandibular joint disorder, also known as TMJ and TMD, is a condition that causes pain in the joints in your jaw that connect the temporal bone and the mandible.

Each year about 2 million people require an emergency room visit for dental pain. Don’t wait! You should see your dentist at Downtown Dental right away if you experience any of these.

The spring season brings warmer weather, beautiful blooms, and World Oral Health Day. Spring is a time of renewal, which means cleaning out of the old and bringing in the new. We spring clean our homes, our yards, our offices, our minds, so why not our teeth.

When winter swoops in and temperatures dip, your teeth can become more susceptible to a wide range of problems, like tooth sensitivity and cracks. You might think that waiting until the weather warms up to schedule an appointment is best, but the truth is your teeth need some extra love during the winter months.

Here are five things you can do to protect your teeth during the winter and beyond.

We know, we know. We're always on you about brushing and flossing, but we know how important it is. And just because we hit vacation mode on our emails, phones, and even our minds, be sure you don't hit the out-of-office on your dental care.

Here are a few things you can do, or steer clear of, for better dental care during the busy holiday season.

Thanksgiving is here. Doesn't it feel like it just happened? This year might be a little different, but we're still happy to celebrate gratitude. Thanksgiving Day serves as a reminder to be grateful for all that we have in our lives. We are so thankful for our health, family, friends, co-workers, and of course, our patients.

This Thanksgiving, we'd like to encourage you to be thankful for one more thing... your teeth! It may sound a little silly to give thanks for those pearly whites, but hear us out.