While our teeth are certainly strong, they are not completely safe against damage. If you are not careful, or if you have the misfortunate of suffering a physical injury, you can crack your enamel, and that can lead to serious oral health concerns. A person who cracks a tooth and goes without treatment can go […]
How Do I Avoid Severe Tooth Decay?
Severe tooth decay is certainly something you should try to avoid! Even if it is caught early, a cavity will require treatment from your dentist. Until that treatment occurs, decay will spread and do more permanent harm to your enamel. Eventually, damage will expose you to an infection that can spread within your tooth and […]
Seeking A Root Canal For Tooth Pain
By putting off treatment to discuss tooth pain, you can let a real problem go unaddressed, and that can lead to difficult complications. You can avoid problems when you combine good daily behaviors with routine checkups at your dentist’s office. Our West Allis, WI dentist’s office can provide ongoing support, but remember that we are […]
Gum Disease And Your Alzheimer’s Risks
Maintaining a healthy smile can do more than just preserve your appearance and dental function. By sticking to good oral hygiene habits and protecting your teeth and gums, you can lower your risk for potentially serious health concerns! Research has found a potential link between gum disease and your risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. The […]
Should I Worry About Gum Disease?
When you think about what counts as a “healthy” smile, how much thought do you give your gums? When you fail to manage your periodontal health, you can experience more difficulties than you anticipate. One potentially serious issue that you can deal with is tooth loss, as bacteria can gradually damage the tissues that hold […]
Discussing Veneers And Their Benefits
How do you feel about your smile today? Has your confidence waned over time? Have you always had some doubts about your appearance, and wished you could make improvements? For many different people with different smile concerns, veneers can be an effective cosmetic solution! Our West Allis, WI dentist’s office is happy to meet with […]
Completing A Cosmetic Dental Procedure
Are you steadily losing confidence in your smile, or have you always had a certain flaw (or flaws) that you would like to address? While there is no single reason why patients ask about cosmetic dental work, their goals can certainly be similar. At the end of a procedure, your hope can be to show […]
Dental Care With Tooth-Colored Fillings
Our West Allis, WI dentist’s office works with patients to help them stay safe against dental decay and other problems. By doing so, we help them maintain smiles that are healthy, and that they can feel confident about showing off to others. Of course, we are not just here to prevent trouble – we can […]
Experiencing A Dental Emergency? We Are Here To Help!
There are some issues with your oral health that can call for dental work as soon as possible. If you find yourself in this unpleasant situation, you can be relieved to know that your West Allis, WI dentist’s office is prepared to help! At an emergency dental appointment, we will bring you in to assess […]
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Removing And Replacing A Tooth That Cannot Be Restored
Our goal when caring for a patient’s tooth is to find the most conservative treatment option. In other words, we want to make the fewest permanent changes possible while still fully restoring your oral health and appearance. Unfortunately, there are times when a tooth simply cannot be left in place. If its condition has deteriorated […]
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