Are you aware of tooth hazard risks in your life that can easily put your teeth in danger? Did you know that your diet contains several products that are hazardous to your oral health along with your physical health? Not only should you be worried about the damage that can occur to your waistline, but you should also take into... read more »
Did you know that plaque buildup in your mouth can cause several problems not only with your teeth but your gums as well? Plaque is a thin layer of bacteria in your mouth that consists of debris and bacteria capable of destroying your smile. Due to the risk of plaque buildup, it is important to eradicate it whenever possible. Plaque... read more »
Are you prepared to provide the appropriate treatment should you experience an oral accident or injury? The truth is that most forms of dental damage will require professional care, depending on how severe the damage is. At Dr. Kim Family Dentistry, we offer same-day emergency dental care to help restore your smile; however, there are somethings that you can do... read more »
In order to ensure your smile has the best chance of oral health care success, you should always have a dental damage prevention plan in place. Numerous forms of dental damage can arise on a day-to-day basis based on lifestyle habits you have, or even activities you are involved in. To keep your smile safe, it is important to address... read more »
Numerous tooth restorations and treatments exist to restore any damage that occurs to teeth. Depending on the damage and what your exact oral health care needs are, your dentist can help assess which restoration will be best for you. Possible treatments include dental crowns, dental veneers, and teeth whitening treatments. If you wish to protect a tooth on all sides,... read more »
As the fall season is almost here, you should ask yourself if your smile is ready for the holiday seasons to begin. As the weather dips, the oral ailments rise. The rise in oral health ailments is linked to increases in unhealthy foods and a dip in oral health care treatments. If you are the type of person who will... read more »
Getting back into the regular routine of things at the end of summer should include getting back into regular dental routines. Here are some things to review as you get back to basics in your oral health care routines. Brush your teeth for two minutes, twice a day. While it isn’t the only thing you need to do, it is... read more »
One of the most helpful daily oral hygiene routines to which you should commit is using dental floss. Dental floss can reach gaps between teeth that brushing often cannot reach. To make sure your mouth is at its peak oral health, brush at least twice a day and floss at least once daily. First, look at what type of floss... read more »
When a tooth becomes damaged, it is crucial that the inner workings of the tooth remain intact. However, should the root become harmed and place the pulp of the tooth in danger, the survival of the tooth depends on getting the proper treatment. With root canals, damaged pulps can be removed to ensure the best possible chance for a tooth... read more »
Dental bridges are a highly effective form of tooth replacement therapy designed to accurately fill in voids left behind by missing and lost teeth by directly attaching to nearby or neighboring teeth for a strong hold that will last. Dental bridges look natural and will carefully match the natural look of your teeth. Listed below are just a few of... read more »