Category: Blog
Protect the Enamel in Your Teeth
WHY TOOTH ENAMEL IS IMPORTANT TO YOUR ORAL HEALTH Over the past few years, dentists and oral care providers have stressed the importance of protecting the tooth enamel from harsh exposure that can cause problems for the entire tooth. So, what exactly is enamel? Tooth enamel is a hard, outer layer of minerals, which covers […]
Relieve Your Toothache with These Remedies
RELIEVE YOUR TOOTHACHE NOW AND IN THE FUTURE With a pounding headache and sore gums, you may find that your tooth is giving you some painful troubles. Relieving a toothache can be the difference between a normal and a miserably long day. While any toothache is a cause for concern and immediate care from your […]
Does Your Dental Filling Need to be Replaced?
WHEN SHOULD A FILLING BE REPLACED? Dental fillings are used to replace the tooth structure lost from decay, also known as cavities. When your dentist removes the decay from your tooth, they use a filling to strengthen your tooth once again. Dental fillings can be made of multiple kinds of materials such as gold, porcelain, […]
Do You Need a Dentist and an Oral Surgeon?
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DENTISTS AND ORAL SURGEONS AND WHY YOU MAY NEED BOTH Many of our patients have asked us about receiving oral surgery. While Dr. Bonaventure does conduct several oral surgery procedures, including emergency dental work, he does not consider himself an oral surgeon.
The Benefits of Routine Tooth Brushing
ROUTINE TOOTH BRUSHING CAN RESULT IN A HEALTHIER SMILE AND A HEALTHIER YOU You are on your way to your scheduled dentist appointment, and you start to think back to the last time you went in for a cleaning. Once you’re there, it seems that everyone on the dental staff asks about your tooth-brushing routine. […]
Your Fluoride Treatment Guide
STRENGTHEN YOUR TEETH WITH A FLUORIDE TREATMENT Having a cavity is the exact opposite of what you would consider a good time. Sensitivity to hot and cold, pain when you chew, and a trip to the dentist can make you want to avoid sweet treats in order to prevent cavities for the rest of your […]