TV commercials for toothpaste and mouthwash promote the effectiveness of their particular brand at combatting plaque. Although you hear about plaque a lot, you still may not know exactly what it is — or just how serious a risk it is to your oral health! Keep reading to learn what dental plaque is, the process…
E-cigarettes — commonly referred to as “vapes” — were introduced in 2003 with the intention of helping people quit smoking by transitioning them to something safer. Ironically, vaping has become an addictive behavior in its own right, accompanied by a wide range of health risks. While vaping may help some people quit smoking, the vape…
When it comes to dental health, there are a lot of misconceptions and outright bad information that’s spread online or by old-fashioned word-of-mouth. Because professional dental journals aren’t on most people’s reading list, you may have picked up on some of this misinformation and accepted it as fact. Unfortunately, we at NK Family Dental have…
Everyone wants a perfect, dazzling smile — and getting a set of dental veneers is the most popular way to achieve it! This procedure isn’t inexpensive, but if you spend any amount of time on social media — particularly TikTok — you’ve likely come across videos by so-called “veneer techs” offering significant bargains. Don’t be…
Recently, there’s been some confusion about tooth enamel. Although it’s the strongest substance in the human body — even stronger than bones — it is susceptible to decay, and gradually wears down with age. It is also established fact that tooth enamel does not contain living cells, so it cannot repair itself or grow back….
Do you dread making an appointment for dental treatment because you have difficulty getting numb? Do you also dread telling a dentist or oral surgeon that you’re “hard to numb” because you’re afraid that he or she won’t believe you, or think you’re just being overly dramatic? First, let us assure you that some people…
Most people are familiar with the services a dentist provides. And even those who’ve never had orthodontic treatment know what an orthodontist does. But what does an endodontist do? Even if you’ve undergone root canal treatment — the procedure by which endodontists are typically associated with — there’s much more to this specialized branch of…
If you practice good oral hygiene and visit your dentist twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning, you probably don’t expect anything out-of-the-ordinary to happen to your teeth or gums. But unfortunately, emergencies can still occur. We’ll look at the seven most common that lead to an unintended trip to your dentist for…
The introduction of Invisalign® in 1999 changed the game for orthodontic treatment, liberating many patients from the inconvenience and discomfort of traditional bracket-and-wire braces — not to mention their unappealing appearance. The clear aligners were especially a benefit for teenagers and adults, whose smile could now be unobstructed as it was being improved. While the…
Everyone has questions about their oral health! The person they ask most frequently to be assured of getting accurate information is their dentist. Here are seven of the most common questions that patients ask their dentist! 1.How often should I get a dental checkup? Visiting the dentist twice a year is typically recommended for most…
