When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

While everyone is vulnerable to gum disease–men, women, and children–research has shown that men tend to have a higher risk of gum disease. Why? Perhaps because they are not seeing a dentist regularly or are not as consistent with good oral hygiene habits. Let’s take a closer look at periodontitis in men, women, and children. Children: As children enter puberty,... read more »

These days, there are a lot of things you can do to make your smile look better. You’re not stuck with a stained, chipped smile if things like that happen to your teeth. Thanks to advances in cosmetic dentistry, you have the opportunity to really make your smile shine. One of the more popular methods to fix a smile is... read more »

If you examine the back teeth, which are called the molars and premolars, you will notice that they look different than the other teeth because they are full of ridges called cusps. These cusps help you to chew and grind down bites of food for easier digestion. While cusps are very important, they can also easily accumulate food debris and... read more »

Making sure your TMJs are well cared for includes making sure you receive the necessary treatments and are aware of risk factors that can cause TMJ disorders to occur. A TMJ, also known as a temporomandibular joint, is a joint within your mouth that assists with moving your mouth in all the directions it needs to. Common questions and answers... read more »

Are you aware of any tooth hazards in your life? If you have not already done so, it is a good idea to establish a checklist of anything in your life that could potentially lead to an oral accident or injury. Even something as common as products you eat could end up damaging your smile for decades to come. Thus,... read more »

When the time comes to enhance your smile, look no further than the tried-and-true techniques of brushing and flossing. Although brushing and flossing have been around forever and have been used for many decades, they still hold true today. Although the tools may have changed since then, the methods and techniques still remain as helpful as ever. This is because... read more »

Your teeth are an important part of your everyday life. They help you talk and eat, which should make them a priority in keeping positive health. Did you know, there are foods you can eat for a healthy diet to aid your teeth? To help you understand more, our dentist, Dr. Victor J. Dongo in Hialeah, Florida, can provide you... read more »

  Have you ever started to look for ways to replace any missing teeth you may have? The sooner you take care of this dilemma, the healthier your smile will be. Optimum oral health depends on a complete smile. This includes replacing any missing teeth with reliable and durable tooth prosthetics. Three highly reliable options include dentures, dental bridges, and... read more »

  Oral health often depends on oral health care. However, even if you are effectively taking care of your teeth every single day by brushing and flossing safely and effectively, and making sure you're eating the right foods, dental damage can still arise. Even with the proper tooth hazard and risk protection methods in place, oral accidents may tend to... read more »