Baltimore Dental Arts Blog

After you receive dental implants, you should be able to look forward to many years of comfortable, pain-free dental function. After all, they are the gold standard of tooth replacement. But what if you start to notice some sensitivity in one of your implants? What does that mean, and what can you do to address the issue? This blog post offers some important information.

As we age, our bodies go through many changes and our teeth are no exception. It can be difficult to accept many of these transitions because they can impact your abilities, confidence, and appearance. Fortunately, cosmetic dentistry provides services that can mend or hide problems that your pearly whites can develop over the years. Keep reading to learn 3 changes you might expect to face, and how your dentist can preserve your youth!

Gum disease is an insidious threat to your oral health that starts small before becoming much worse. Its first stage is inflammation of the gums called gingivitis. While the symptoms of gingivitis can be so mild at first that you don’t even notice them, if left untreated it will advance to the much more destructive phase called periodontitis. Because gum disease is a serious problem that must be treated promptly, here are a few signs that you might need to see your dentist to be treated for gingivitis.

If you’ve recently had dental implant treatment, then you already know about the many benefits they provide. Stability, restored bone density, and an easy care routine are just a few examples.

While dental implants are impressive pieces of dental technology, they’re not immune to the ravages of time or damage caused by unhealthy habits. Continue reading to learn how you can change a few lifestyle choices to help your implants last for decades to come.

After several months of wearing Invisalign to address your smile’s orthodontic concerns, you’ve generally been diligent about their care. However, the day you always hoped you could avoid has arrived: you’ve misplaced your aligners. What should be your next steps? Continue reading to discover how to manage lost aligners and pick up tips on preventing such mishaps in the future.

You’ve always been told that you need to brush twice and floss once a day to keep your teeth strong and beautiful. However, you can’t forget about your gums. There are a variety of reasons why people experience gum soreness and inflammation. Fortunately, if you are dealing with this issue, there are steps you can take to help. Here are some of the most common causes of inflamed, sore gums and what you can do to keep them healthy.

A healthy, bright smile appeals to everyone. Not only does it make you look vibrant, but it can give you confidence when interacting with others. However, everyone does not have naturally white teeth. Some people struggle with tooth stains, despite trying over-the-counter teeth whitening products. The good news is that there is most likely a reason for a discolored smile, and it normally can be treated! Read on to learn about the three types of teeth stains and how your dentist can brighten your grin.

If you have ever had one or more missing teeth, you know how it can affect many areas of your life. It not only can make your self-confidence plummet, but it can also impact your everyday functions like eating and speaking with ease. Fortunately, dental restorations like bridges or dentures can complete your smile and make your life more enjoyable and easier. However, dental implants have become the top tooth replacement option due to their various benefits. Read on to learn about their benefits and how they can replace your current restoration.

If you’ve got an upcoming trip or vacation planned, you’re probably looking forward to getting away from it all and enjoying yourself—but what you shouldn’t be worrying about is your Invisalign treatment! And since it’s very important to wear your aligners often enough and keep tabs on them, you might feel like it’s going to be pretty difficult to do so while you’re on vacation. Fortunately, your dentist is here to help with these four useful tips that’ll let you enjoy your trip without compromising your treatment.

The jaw is incredibly powerful; it’s responsible for some of the most important aspects of life, like chewing, talking, and smiling. Many people are surprised to learn that all of those things are supported by two small joints located on either side of the face.

If you’ve noticed your jaw popping or clicking recently, that may be due to a dysfunction in these joints. If you want to know a little more about why that could be happening to you, here’s a guide that may give you some useful information.