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3-D Dental Imaging and Implants

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), a type of 3D technology, is now available that offers new options for dental implant patients. CBCT produces an extremely… Continue Reading

Taking Care Of Your Teeth During the New Year

1. Quit smoking. Smoking is major culprit when it comes to gum disease and most other diseases. Smoking constricts and damages small blood vessels throughout… Continue Reading

Overcome Your Dental Anxiety

Anxiety prevents us from doing many things in life. Some people fear flying, some fear boats, others are scared of snakes. While being fearful and… Continue Reading

Caring For Your Dentures

A denture is a removable prosthetic which replaces missing teeth and surrounding structures. It can be made of acrylic plastic and sometimes porcelain and metal… Continue Reading

Traumatic Dental Injuries Part 2

Last month's article began a discussion on traumatic dental injuries, specifically chipped teeth and dislodged teeth. Below are some more helpful hints for some other… Continue Reading

Karl A. Smith, DDS, MS

Get a Life a Healthier One

Heart Risks and Periodontal Disease Each year, cardiovascular disease kills more Americans than cancer. We know that lifestyle choices such as eating right, getting enough… Continue Reading

Missing A Tooth? Consider the Options To Restore Your Smile

What happens if a missing tooth is not replaced? A missing tooth can lead to potential problems if not treated early. Drifting and shifting of… Continue Reading

Oral Appliances Can Manage Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Many people still don't realize that snoring and sleep apnea can often be well managed by the use of an “oral appliance”. It's a device… Continue Reading

Straighten Your Teeth With Invisalign

Every day in dentistry new treatment alternatives are coming to accommodate people's life styles. Many people have crooked teeth, or teeth that have become crooked… Continue Reading

Perfect Smile Fast

Achieving a beautiful smile used to take forever, or so it seemed. Any adult who wore braces as a teen knew that inevitably their senior… Continue Reading

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