Dentists know if gums are healthy or not. Diagnosing gum disease is the first step toward treatment. Learn about the different stages that lead to a diagnosis. Many DIY guides exist to assist people with health problems. For dental patients, there is information to help them diagnose and treat gum disease. Dentists also have methods …
A cavity is considered a significant dental problem, and ignoring it is not recommended, no matter how harmless it looks. A cavity is not always easy to notice. Some are invisible to the naked eye, some have zero side effects or symptoms, and some are a combination of the two. If you have the misconception …
The American Dental Association and most dentists have been touting the benefits of dental flossing for decades. Studies show that flossing helps to promote good dental and oral health. However, some people do not floss their teeth consistently, or ever. They claim it is tedious, inconvenient, or time-consuming. But flossing only needs a minute or …
Bleeding gums can be alarming, and either quickly resolved without inconvenience or an indication of serious medical issues. Discovering the cause and pursuing remedies is crucial to halting its progression and the development of other gum line complications. Common Causes The primary cause of bleeding gums is plaque buildup at the gum line. Plaque, a …
Many people have experienced sensitive teeth at one point in their lifetime. Common causes include gum recession, teeth grinding, damaged enamel, tooth erosion and some dental procedures such as crowns, fillings, and bleaching. No matter what the cause, Fairfield Dental Arts is here to help you find a solution. Try some of these at-home remedies …
It’s all too easy to forget to take good care of your gums until you start to experience gum problems. Red, painful gums are no fun and gum disease can be irreversible. Fortunately, taking care of your gums is simple, and it’s easy to add good gum care habits to your daily routine. Here’s how …
Beautiful, white, flawless teeth are rarely natural these days with the many options offered for cosmetic dentistry. Of course, we think all smiles are beautiful, but we understand many issues can make you feel self-conscious about your smile; Issues including spaces and gaps between teeth, uneven teeth, crooked and crowded teeth, chipped, worn or stained …
Whether you have a cavity, a tooth that’s cracked, a toothache, missing teeth, dentures, or are in need of a root canal or filling, Fairfield Dental Arts is happy to serve you with one of our restorative dental care services. When it comes to crowns, fillings, inlays, and onlays, theses are the differences: Crowns A …
Spring is one of the most beautiful times of the year, but it can also bring on a lot of suffering for those with allergies. Due to the blossoming of plants, flowers, and trees, sinus pain becomes a regular problem for many Americans. On the other hand, a toothache can happen in any season. Therefore, …
Smiling tells a lot about a person. Our perception of a “happy” person is directly connected to the amount they smile. It doesn’t matter what someone’s teeth look like or what they are smiling or laughing at. If they smile, we consider them cheerful! In reality, smiling goes deeper than perception. It is directly correlated …
