Pain, irritation, bleeding, and even a bump on your gums could be serious and call for a trip to your local dentist. Although a bump can be harmless, it’s better to be safe than sorry! Read our blog post for a look at four potential causes of a bump on your gums to consider.
There are a variety of different specialties within dentistry. One type of dentist is a family dentist. Check out our blog post for a look at some of the benefits of choosing a family dentist.
Maybe you’re experiencing throbbing tooth or gum pain, or perhaps you chipped, cracked, or even fully knocked out a tooth or dental device. When the unexpected happens to your teeth, you are likely experiencing a dental emergency. Read our blog post to see what is considered a dental emergency.
We want every patient to keep their natural teeth if possible, which is why modern dentistry has restorative services like fillings, crowns, root canals, and so on. Wisdom teeth are different, however. Read our blog post to find out why these teeth often need to be removed.
According to the American Dental Association, kids should have their first dental visit around the age of one or when their first tooth grows in, whichever happens first. Check out our blog post for advice on your child’s first dental appointments.
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that fits over a damaged tooth typically to restore its size and shape. Check out our blog post for a look at the signs you may need to replace your dental crowns.
You definitely know that you want to straighten your teeth with Invisalign, but you’re not 100% sure that it’s worth the price. Check out our blog post for a look at the benefits of straighter teeth.
When a tooth has significant decay or damage, our Hooks Family Dentistry team may recommend a crown or filling. While both serve the same purpose, some differences can lead a patient to ask whether they need a crown or a filling. Check out our blog post to learn more!
Professional teeth whitening can brighten your smile and boost your confidence. However, the actual whitening procedure is only the first step. To maintain those beautiful results, you’ll need to pay close attention to your diet. Check out our blog post for a look at foods to avoid after teeth whitening treatments.
Typically, young adults get their wisdom teeth removed, usually because they’re growing in crookedly and/or becoming infected. But if you have impacted wisdom teeth (or, wisdom teeth that haven’t erupted from under the gumline yet) and they’re not painful, do you still need to get them removed? Read our blog post for answers!
