How often should I have my teeth cleaned?

It is recommended that you have your teeth cleaned at least EVERY six months.  By having your teeth cleaned at least every six months you can help to prevent gum disease and allows for us to find any potential issues or problems.

At what age should my child start going to the dentist?

Children most commonly start coming to the dentist at the age of 3 years old.  However, if a child has any issues or problems with their teeth, call the dentist right away.

What does it mean when my tooth is sensitive to hot or cold or sweet foods and liquids?

When sensitivity occurs from hot or cold or sweet foods and liquids that usually indicates different things.  If a tooth is sensitive to hot, that usually indicates a root canal.  If a tooth is sensitive to sweet it is most commonly a cavity.  If the tooth is sensitive to cold then it can be a number of issues from a cavity, cracked tooth, or can be nothing at all.  It is important to make an appointment to see the dentist as soon as possible.

Does it hurt when you get a cavity filled?

Many patients are anxious about coming to see the dentist.  The mouth is a very sensitive part of the body and we take pride in making our patients as comfortable as we can and make all procedures as pain-free as possible.

My gums bleed when I brush and floss my teeth, is this normal?

Bleeding when brushing and flossing often means you have the beginning stages of gum disease.  Although, some blood is common, see your dentist right away if the bleeding continues.  If untreated, gum disease could cause a recession of the gums and tooth loss.