FAQs

Children's Dental Care

When should my child have their first dental visit?

Why is it important to take care of my child's baby teeth?

What are the side effects of thumbsucking?

Do my children really need flouride treatments?

My visit to the dentist

How often do I need to see the dentist?

I'm afraid to go to the dentist. What can I do?

Can I have laughing gas when I have dental work done?

What are you looking for when you do an exam of my mouth?

Do you check for oral cancer at my dental visits?

General oral health concerns

Is soda bad for my teeth?

Is smokeless tobacco bad for my oral health?

Are dental x-rays bad for me?

I was recently diagnosed with diabetes and my doctor said that I should tell my dentist. Why is that important?

What causes bad breath?

General Treatment

Do I need to have my wisdom teeth removed?

What is a crown and why do I need one?

My mouth is always dry. What can I do?

Do I really need to have x-rays?

My dentist said I need a deep cleaning. What is that?

Brushing, FLossing, and Whitening

Are electric toothbrushes better?

What kind of toothpaste is best to use?

Do we really need to floss?

What are the best ways to whiten my teeth?

What is an in-office teeth whitening?

Implants, Dentures, sealants, and fillings

How can I replace a missing tooth?

My dentures don’t fit like they used to. What can I do?

What are dental sealants?

What causes cavities?

What is the difference between silver and white fillings?

Plaque, gingivitis, and gum disease

What is plaque?

What causes bad breath?

Is it normal for my gums to bleed?

What is gingivitis?

What is gum disease?

Why doesn’t gum disease hurt?