Dental Encyclopedia

Dental braces have evolved so much that you may not recognize them -- or see them at all! Today's dental braces are designed to improve your comfort without sacrificing your style.

Repairing a broken tooth will not only save your smile, it can also save your tooth! If you have a broken tooth, see your emergency dentist. If you don't, find out how to keep it that way.

A chipped tooth can lead to a chip on your shoulder when it comes to your smile. Only a dentist can tell if there's more damage to a chipped tooth than meets the eye.

Want to replace missing teeth and never have to think about it again? With permanent dental implants, your smile can look great again -- or even better than before!

Skipping out on regular dental visits may save time but it could cost you money in the long run. With regular dental visits, your dentist can catch problems before they escalate.

Root canals have some nerve; that's why it's important to protect them with root canal therapy. Fortunately, modern root canal treatments are now virtually pain-free!

In most cases, your dentist works to save your teeth not extract them. But if your teeth are broken or you don't have room for wisdom teeth, a tooth extraction may be unavoidable.

Who knew a toothache could cause so much distress? Whether your discomfort is mild or severe, a visit to your dentist for professional toothache remedies can make your toothache become less of a pain.

Veneers pack a lot of power into a thin ceramic shell. In just one visit you can transform chipped, discolored and crooked teeth with dental veneers!

ClearCorrect uses removable aligner-based clear braces to straighten teeth without braces, wires and brackets. The ClearCorrect system is a lifestyle-friendly alternative to braces.

White noise machines may lure you to sleep -- but if you suffer from sleep apnea, a little night music won't keep you there. Learn how CPAP can help you get through the night.

You know what a teeth cleaning is, but what the heck is a debridement? A mouth debridement is required to remove heavy deposits of plaque and tartar.

If you're considering going to a denturist for your dentures, read this first! While a beneficial service for some, denturism does not replace the need for professional dental care.

Gum surgery isn't as scary as it sounds! If you suffer from gum disease, a surgical gum disease treatment known as a gingivectomy can restore your smile in less than an hour.

Something eating away at you? Chips, tooth stains or cavities on incisor teeth can really put a damper on your lifestyle. Learn more about incisors and the risks they may face.

IPS e.max dental crowns are a major breakthrough in cosmetic dentistry because of their natural appearance and great strength. Prosthodontists use IPS e.max to create inlays and bridges.

Tooth-colored crowns may have changed dentistry, but the dark lines they create along your gum line are less than impressive. Learn how IPS Empress® is bringing crowns out of the dark.

Does just the mention of teeth whitening make your teeth hurt? You may want to consider KöR whitening, whose techniques include refrigeration and desensitizers to reduce sensitivity.

Are you looking for a "low-cost dentist?" Play it safe -- before you head over to the nearest dental clinic, understand all of your low cost dentistry options.

Mouth cancer is on the rise in the United States. More than 36,000 new cases are diagnosed by oral cancer exam every year. Learn to identify the most common mouth cancer symptoms.

Want laser teeth whitening results without the laser? With Boost whitening's unique prescription-strength formula, your smile can achieve professional results without taking any heat!

Gum disease sufferers no longer need to endure shots of local anesthesia and a resulting eternity of numbness. Oraqix offers a needleless solution for pain-free gum disease treatment.

Do you hate the lingering numbness that stays with you after dental treatment? OraVerse is the first and only product of its kind that reverses local anesthesia so you can get back to feeling normal again.

Periodontitis is a severe form of gum disease that destroys the soft tissue and bone which hold your teeth in place. Early periodontitis treatment prevents irreversible damage.

The post crown procedure is similar to that of a dental crown -- with one extra step. Learn why post crowns are necessary and how your dentist goes about placing one on your tooth.

Who doesn't want to be strong and beautiful? Now you can be -- with Procera®! Procera all-ceramic restorations combine durability and aesthetics for an amazing fit and feel.

Rotten teeth and tooth decay are the result of the demineralization of tooth enamel by acid-producing bacteria in the mouth. Left untreated the condition can result in a dead tooth.

If spending 2-3 years in dental braces doesn't sound appealing to you, there is a solution! With Six Month Smiles, you can achieve a straight, beautiful smile in a matter of months.

SomnoMed, a leader in obstructive sleep apnea treatment, makes the SomnoDent  snoring mouthpiece. This custom-fit oral appliance is the comfortable alternative to CPAP treatment.

The Dental Button™ is one you'll like to press! If you have dental phobia or dental fear, The Dental Button allows you to stop dental treatment whenever you're uncomfortable.

A throat cancer diagnosis isn't easy to swallow -- but early detection can increase your chances of survival. Get the facts on throat cancer symptoms, treatment and prevention.

When it comes to correcting an underbite, intervention is the best medicine. But no matter what your age, underbite treatment is an option. Discover your options today!

Vizilite® Plus helps dentists catch oral cancer in its early stages, making treatment easier and more successful! Find out what a pain-free Vizilite Plus exam is like.