It’s somewhat surprising to learn that orthodontics is just beginning its second century as a staple of American dentistry. Edward Angle, a Pennsylvania-born dentist, has been dubbed “the father of modern orthodontics” and opened the first orthodontic-specific dental school in St. Louis in 1900. There, Angle worked with artist Edward Wuerpel to come up with [...]

Is it possible for older people to receive orthodontic treatment? In the past, its almost seemed taboo to obtain braces as an adult. Placing braces on the teeth of an 18+ year old was once thought of as unneeded, distressing, and also bizarre. These days, on the other hand, plenty of grown ups are taking [...]

Advancements in dentistry have produced fantastic options for patients today who suffer from a variety of problems. Virtually painless extraction thanks to pain reducing or numbing medication for example has turned an excruciatingly painful event into a breeze. New cavity fighting chemicals can now be used by dentists to prevent plaque buildup in the future, [...]

Teeth are small but important structures that help break down food and they are one of the most identifiable traits of many animals. Teeth can be confused with bones because of their durability but most people are unfamiliar with their composition. Teeth are comprised mainly of three different types of tissue. Pulp is the inner [...]

  A family dentist is an important health care provider for most individuals and families. After all, a family dentist is trusted with keeping both you and your children in good health, and good oral health goes beyond dental checkups and semi-annual cleanings. A good dentist needs to be available to handle dental emergencies as [...]

Although nobody likes to visit the dentist, most people agree that finding a good dentist is very important for their dental health care. After all, we are all advised to go for a dental checkup at least once a year. So whether it is for getting a filling for a cavity or just having a [...]