As April arrives, so does National Facial Protection Month, more than just a mark on the calendar. It stands as a call to vigilance, where dental experts and sports enthusiasts unite to emphasize the crucial need for safeguarding our smiles and facial contours from potential harm. Last year, mouthguards emerged as unsung heroes in high […]
Ever had one of those days where everything was going fine until, suddenly, it wasn’t? Welcome to the world of a dental emergency. It’s like life throwing you a curveball when you least expect it. You’re munching on your favorite snack when—crack! There goes your tooth. Or maybe you wake up with a pain so […]
Dental crowns are like superheroes for your teeth. They swoop in to save the day when a tooth is weak, broken or has had a root canal. Think of them as custom-made caps that cover the entire tooth, restoring its shape, size, strength, and appearance. When Would You Need a Dental Crown? But why would […]
When you think of lasers, the word “dentistry” may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But lasers are becoming a trusted and valued part of professional dental care – both by dentists and the patients who experience laser dentistry. At BGW, we are excited to offer the incredible benefits that laser dentistry […]
Dental implants are a wonderfully helpful and relatively new tool in dentistry. Reliable and solid, once placed in your mouth, a dental implant can do wonders for your smile while keeping you worry-free thanks to a low-maintenance design. Implants allow you to replace your natural teeth with as little difference as possible. Unlike dentures, which […]
In a word, yes. There’s a reason why your mom was always on to you about eating too much sugar rotting your teeth – because that’s exactly what happens. Sugar and tooth decay go hand in hand. In fact, it can do more than affect just your teeth; excess sugar is bad for your entire […]
What Are Dental X-rays? X-rays (all known as radiographs) use electromagnetic radiation to produce detailed internal images of your teeth and jaws. X-rays are an older technology (they began being used by doctors in 1896) that has been updated and improved upon through the years and are a key component of dental healthcare and are […]
Being a parent is not easy. There are all kinds of rules and guidelines you need to learn to help ensure the health of your child. But it’s a challenge that you gladly accept because there’s nothing you won’t do for your kid. And that includes their oral/dental health. Many parents wonder what the right […]
Receiving the news that you need a root canal procedure is never pleasant. But the silver lining is that it is a vital and common dental procedure. And root canals provide real pain relief and will likely save you from losing a tooth – or worse. What is a root canal? A root canal treatment […]
Almost all of us have suffered from some kind of dental problem in our lifetimes. And if you haven’t, that’s impressive – but it doesn’t mean it couldn’t still happen. The good news is that most common dental problems are preventable by proper oral hygiene: Regular brushing and flossing, as well as twice-yearly trips to […]
