Castlebury Dental Blog

Despite our best efforts, time & decay can still take their toll on our teeth. If that happens, your dentist will likely recommend a crown. A crown shouldn’t cause you discomfort & it certainly shouldn’t fall out. If this is happening to you, consider the following reasons your crown might fall out.

When you see blood coming from your gums, it’s natural to feel concerned. You may wonder: “Why are my gums bleeding?” What is causing your gums to bleed? One cause may be gum disease, bacterial growth in the mouth that can lead to tooth loss, destruction of gum tissue, & even destruction of bone.

A frenectomy is a laser removal process of the frena, or connective tissue in the mouth that attaches the tongue to the mouth, upper lip to the gums and/or the gums to the cheeks. This procedure provides patients with better mobility when it would otherwise be prevented. The surgery can be performed on infants or adults, and is often done under anesthesia with an easygoing healing process.

Many people dismiss tooth pain that they are experiencing. Just because the issue is minor doesn’t mean that it isn’t important. A little bit of discomfort now could become something much more severe down the road. If you are wondering why your teeth hurt, let’s take a look at some of the most common culprits.

Surprisingly, dentists can be the first line of defense in identifying signs of serious diseases. Read on to discover the symptoms dentists are trained to watch for and the variety of diseases they can detect.

The desire to achieve a whiter, brighter smile has been long been plagued by DIY methods to accomplish this goal, some of which are more detrimental than good. It's important to research trends as they pique your interest and talk to a professional if necessary. One such recent, popular teeth whitening trend involves using activated charcoal.

The last few months of the year are filled with wonderful family events that tend to take a toll on your teeth. Here are a few precautions you can take to prevent damage to your teeth and gums.

With work slowing to a crawl and school closed up until next year, summer just begs to be taken slow and lazy. Now is the best time to take advantage of the long days and warm nights.

Invisalign simply involves using a series of plastic aligners to move your teeth into the desired positions, and you can get started improving your appearance by understanding the following information about this revolutionary treatment.

A smile tells others so much about us. If yours is not stellar, improvement is readily available with the help of a professional orthodontist. People of every age now enjoy the benefits of having a beautiful new smile.