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It may be surprising to learn that lasers have been used in dental practices since 1989 [source]. Dental lasers are used in a variety of treatments, including treating tooth decay, gum disease, or teeth whitening. At Ideal Image Dentistry, we are proud to offer the...

What is a dental specialist, and what do they do? There is a difference between your general practice dentist and other dental specialties. Most patients who see a dental specialist are referred by their general practice dentist. According to the American Dental...

What do healthy gums look like? The easiest answer is healthy gums are pink and firm. Gingivitis or gum disease causes redness, irritation and inflammation of the gums. The gums at the base of your tooth will appear most red and irritated. Some even see build-up...

Most everyone is aware by now that smoking and chewing tobacco are bad for your oral health. Messaging has been around for years about the negative side effects such as tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancer. Is Vaping Really That Serious? Over the past several...

Teeth grinding, medically known as bruxism, is common for so many Americans. What is it? Teeth grinding is a condition in which a patient grinds, gnashes, or clenches their teeth while awake or during sleep. While it is not a serious condition, it’s important to pay...

At Ideal Image Dentistry, we offer patients both veneers and dental bonding to perfect their smiles. One of the most common questions we receive is about the difference between the two. While veneers and dental bonding are similar, they are also very different. Let's...

What Are Wisdom Teeth? Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that typically develop in adults ages 17-21. The molars were named “wisdom teeth” as they come later in life when a person is “wiser.” As most jaws are done growing around age 18, wisdom teeth coming in...

It’s very common for adults to grind their teeth at night. Did you know there’s a correlation between teeth grinding and sleep apnea? Teeth grinding is often caused by undiagnosed sleep apnea. In fact, 1 in 4 adults with sleep apnea grind their teeth. Some common...

If you’re having a problem with your teeth, your dentist should be the first person you call. However, what if your dental problem happens during the night, on a weekend or a holiday? If your dental problem happens outside of normal business hours and is causing you...