The best way to enjoy a healthier smile is with routine . What may seem like minor treatments, such as checkups and dental cleanings, can actually help avoid the onset of major dental health issues. Make a resolution this New Year to maintain optimal oral health with the latest general dental procedures. […]
Category: General Dentistry
Dentures: Are they Worth It?
December 30, 2014
Customized full and partial dentures have been around for many years. They are one of the most popular ways for someone with missing teeth to replace the missing parts of their smile. When you think about it, teeth make a huge difference in your quality of life. The way you appear to others and the […]
Diabetes and Dental Implants
October 28, 2014
The American Diabetes Association holds American Diabetes Month each November, which is just around the corner. Month-long activities aim to raise awareness of the disease and its impact. Lake Orion implant dentist, Dr. Brad Greenfield reflects upon the impact of diabetes on the overall and oral health of nearly 26 million people in America. Diabetes: […]
Don’t Give Teeth Too Much Space
October 14, 2014
The clinical term for a large gap between two of your , Dr. Brad Greenfield. Why Do I Have a Diastema? Many kids present with diastemas in their primary teeth, but this is not necessarily a bad thing. As their larger permanent teeth come in, those spaces keep their teeth from being overcrowded. However, in […]
A Germ’s Journey Inside your Mouth
October 9, 2014
on this particular germ’s journey towards creating tooth decay. Sugar Bugs Streptococcus mutans are quite commonly found in the human mouth, though we aren’t born with the germs. S. mutans are able to grow best in temperatures between 18 and 40 degrees Celsius. The temperature of a “normal” mouth averages at 37 degrees Celsius, making your oral cavity […]
