MJM Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Blog

If you have a dental implant consultation with your dentist coming up, you may be excited about it. You’re a step closer to finding out what you need to get to a full smile you love, but you may be curious about what’s going to happen during this appointment. Thankfully, it’s an easy process that shouldn’t cause you much stress. Here’s what you should expect at this visit.

Flossing may not be the most glamorous part of your daily routine, but it’s one of the most powerful tools you have to protect your overall health. While brushing gets most of the attention, flossing reaches where toothbrushes can’t—removing food particles and plaque trapped between teeth and under the gumline. Skipping this simple step doesn’t just affect your smile; it can also increase your risk for serious health conditions that go far beyond your mouth.

In the past, getting a dental crown meant needing to wait to have it made at a separate dental lab. However, nowadays many dental practices are able to offer an alternative: same-day crowns created in-office with the state-of-the-art CEREC system. Are you not sure which of these options is right for your smile? Take the time to consider these 4 differences between same-day and lab-made crowns.

Practicing proper preventive care, like brushing and flossing twice daily, can help you avoid many common dental concerns that contribute to emergencies, like cavities, gum disease, and injuries. However, there’s no way to predict when an unexpected problem might occur.

For example, if you’re traveling abroad this summer, you might develop a toothache or other concerns requiring immediate attention. Continue reading to learn 3 helpful tips that can help you handle dental emergencies when you’re far from home!

Taking the next step toward a straighter smile with clear aligners is something that many patients have done. Since they aren’t the same as traditional braces, people find themselves asking, “Does Invisalign hurt?”

While aligner discomfort is completely normal, especially when first beginning treatment or switching to a new set, there are a few tricks you can use to help lessen the tenderness. To help keep your smile on track, here are five tips to help you feel better.

If you’re trying to decide whether getting dental implants is right for you, you’re likely wondering what you can expect after the surgery. Naturally, you can voice any questions or concerns to your dentist during your initial consultation. However, it never hurts to start preparing ahead of time! Read on to discover the answers to 5 dental implant post-op questions that many patients tend to have.  

Do you have a damaged or decayed tooth interfering with your ability to eat, speak, and smile comfortably? If so, it’s time to contact your dentist so they can examine your condition and suggest an appropriate treatment to restore your grin’s appearance and functionality.

For instance, if your troublesome tooth is too injured for a tooth-colored filling, they will likely suggest placing a dental crown. These ceramic caps are cemented over broken teeth so you can continue using them normally. Continue reading to learn more about this treatment and how your teeth are prepared, so you know what to expect!

Breaking a tooth can be very scary but staying calm and knowing what steps to take in the moments afterward can make it a lot easier. If you’ve accidentally damaged your smile, don’t panic. Here’s what you should do next to help protect your injured tooth from further damage.

Thinking about whitening your teeth, getting veneers, or straightening your smile with clear aligners? Your dentist can help! But before you jump in your car, there’s something you should check—your gums. If your mouth is showing signs of gum disease, you may need treatment before moving forward with any cosmetic work. But what do your gums have to do with cosmetic treatment? Continue reading to learn why good oral health is essential for your dream smile.

Getting a traditional dental crown usually requires at least two separate appointments. But with the state-of-the-art CEREC system, your dentist can design, create, and place a new crown in a single day. But while CEREC crowns definitely have their advantages, there are also some drawbacks that need to be considered. Below is a closer look at the pros and cons of CEREC crowns so that you can decide whether the treatment is right for you.