While homecare is absolutely vital to our oral health, it is also important to attend professional cleanings with regularity. These cleanings permit professionals to clean and examine your teeth and give your feedback about your homecare habits and the state of your oral health. To learn more about the benefits of attending your regular dental… Read more »
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Brighton Kids’ Dentist Discusses Tooth Decay and Children
An early focus of dentistry is to teach children the proper techniques of brushing and flossing so that they can clean their teeth in order to prevent cavities. However, despite good effort and instruction, children’s teeth still may succumb to tooth decay. However, when a cavity develops in a baby (primary) tooth, is a dental… Read more »
Brighton Dentist Looks at the Benefits of White Fillings
We do our best to prevent tooth decay, brushing and flossing regularly and attending scheduled dental cleanings. However, despite our best efforts, bacteria sometimes succeed in damaging our teeth. When they do, it is important that a dental filling be placed to prevent the bacteria from burrowing deeper inside of a tooth, where it can… Read more »
Brighton Dentist: What to Expect from a Dental Implant Restoration
You may have heard about dental implants and their great reputation for providing quality restorations for lost teeth. But how much do you know about the process of receiving a dental implant? Read below as your Brighton dentist, Dr. Thomas Villani, walks you through a dental implant restoration from start to finish.
Brighton Dentist: Three Things You Should Know About Porcelain Crowns
Did you know that there are several types of dental crowns? In the past, crowns were typically made out of metal. Very strong, but highly visible, these crowns were sturdy enough for the job of reinforcing a tooth, but they lacked the subtlety and discretion that comes with a good cosmetic restoration. In recent years,… Read more »
Brighton Dentist Explains How Dental Implants Mimic Natural Teeth
When it comes to replacing a missing tooth, you will probably want something that feels and looks as much like the original as possible. If that is the case, a dental implant restoration may be a great option for you. To learn more about dental implants and how they are able to closely replicate natural… Read more »
Brighton Dentist Shares Four Signs You May Be Grinding Your Teeth
Did you know that many people are unaware of the fact that they are damaging their teeth during their sleep? These people have a teeth grinding habit and wake up none the wiser to the fact that they have subjected their teeth to serious strain and potential damage. Unfortunately, the risks associated with teeth grinding… Read more »
Brighton Dentist Shares Three Tips for Preventing Bad Breath
There may be nothing that can create self-consciousness faster than the realization that you have bad breath. In your attempts to hide bad breath from those around you, you may resort to mumbling, refusing to face people directly, or just clamming up. However, these acts may be interpreted as rude or awkward. Therefore, having fresh… Read more »
Brighton Dentist Explains How a Dental Checkup Helps Prevent Gum Disease
Did you know that gum disease can affect more than just your oral health? A lot of research exists which connects gum disease to various health risks including heart disease and certain cancers. But how does gum disease develop in the first place? And how can you prevent it? Your Brighton dentist, Dr. Thomas Villani,… Read more »
Try These Homecare Tips from Your Brighton Dentist
It is sometimes easy to forget how important teeth are in our everyday lives. The fact remains, however, that without teeth, eating and speaking become very difficult. A lack of teeth also shows in the face, which tends to appear sunken and aged. Therefore, because teeth are so valuable, it is important to ensure their… Read more »