Dental Check-Up
... How often should I go to the dentist? The standard recommendation is to visit your dentist twice a year for check-ups and cleanings. This frequency level works well for most people, though some people...

Sealants
... Sealants are a thin, plastic coating that are painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth -- usually the back teeth (the premolars, and molars) – to prevent tooth decay. The painted on liquid sealant qui...

Fluoride
... What is fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water. How does fluoride prevent tooth decay? Every day, minerals are added to and lost from a tooth’s enamel layer thro...

Mouthguards
... Mouthguards are coverings that are inserted and worn over the teeth that help prevent damage to the teeth. They are often prescribed to protect the teeth from injury during sports and teeth grinding. ...

Dental X-rays
... X-rays are a form of energy that can travel through or be absorbed by solid objects. X-rays are absorbed by dense objects, such as teeth and bones, and show up in x-rays as light colored areas. X-rays...