Are you prepared for when your child begins to teethe? It is important to help them cope with the sometimes-painful condition. Teething is completely natural in children, as it is merely the process of teeth emerging above the gum line. However, it can often cause distress and pain for the child, so various treatment methods should be used. Take note... read more »

If you have noticed a lack of mobility, pain, and a popping sound located in the region where your neck meets your jaw, you possibly have temporomandibular pain or temporomandibular disorder (TMJ pain, and TMJ disorder, for short). Both of these issues can cause you pain while speaking or eating. There are several ways to develop TMJ pain. If you... read more »

If a substance is said to have low pH, then that means the acidity is high. The lower the pH level, the higher the acidity. Thus, foods with very low pH levels are often more dangerous for your tooth enamel. For instance, sour candy has some of the lowest pH levels in the entire food and snack industry. Studies have... read more »

Do you have consistent pain in your jaw? If so, you may have TMJ disorder. This condition can affect your teeth, but also affects the hinge that allows you to move your jaw up and down. As you may have guessed, TMJ disorder can affect the way you chew, which can lead to a number of issues. However, TMJ disorder... read more »

Did you know that there are people who don’t brush their teeth but still don’t get cavities? Other brush and floss their teeth regularly, but still find themselves fighting tooth decay. Sadly, some people are more vulnerable to cavities than others are, but did you know that you could be more vulnerable to tooth decay because of genetics? For example,... read more »

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a disease of the mouth caused by tissue loss around teeth. Over time, gum disease can result in the gums no longer being stable or healthy enough to hold teeth in place, resulting in tooth loss. Prevent gum disease with optimum oral health care. Although not at all risks for gum disease... read more »

Have you been trying to get whiter teeth and nothing seems to be achieving the level you are hoping for? You are in luck because dental veneers can provide you with the pearly whites you’ve been desiring. Each veneer can be crafted to fit your needs and bonded to each tooth that you need to enhance. Their durable shells and... read more »

At Premier Dental Care in Indianapolis, Indiana, Dr. Marla Wilson and our team value the quality of healthcare we provide our patients all year round. When it comes to fluoride, there are health risks involved with fluoride exposure. Consider this, since 1997, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has mandated that all toothpaste which has fluoride include this warning on its packaging... read more »

You know that it’s important to keep your teeth healthy and strong. You probably know that you should brush twice a day for two minutes at a time and that you should floss daily. Similarly, it’s important for you to keep your enamel, which is the hard protective layer of your teeth, healthy and strong. Fortunately, there are a few... read more »

Cavities have been repaired using a variety of methods over the centuries of dental care. The two most common modern choices are amalgam, or silver, fillings, and composite. Our composite fillings are BPA-free and take the place of amalgam fillings in nearly all dental applications because of their advantages. The first and most obvious advantage is the visual aspect. Amalgam... read more »