Technically, your tooth enamel is harder than your bones. This is what gives you the ability to bite, chew and grind tough foods. At the same time, there are circumstances when a hard blow to the face can actually have enough force to crack the tooth enamel and potentially damage the interior structures of a tooth. This is even more... read more »

If you are one who thinks tooth loss is inevitable with age, we’re happy to tell you that is not the case. Tooth loss only occurs when you do not take proper care of your smile, and we are here to tell you exactly how to prevent this dental issue. If you do the following things, you will have a... read more »

I want all my patients to know that even if you’ve had to part with one or more of your natural teeth, we can still restore your smile and help you to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Here at Awesome Smiles Dental Center, we have helped so many patients smile just as they once did through the wonders of implant dentistry.... read more »

It’s not uncommon to have a colleague or a co-worker pull out a mint and offer it to those nearby. It’s just the nice thing to do, right? Or maybe there’s another reason why the mint is being offered to you! Chronic halitosis (or bad breath) can become a key symptom associated with gum disease or “periodontitis.” Gum disease, according... read more »