by admin | May 16, 2019 | News 2019
If the tooth is not replaced, or held open by a space maintainer, it can create future problems. Front teeth are important, for both speech development and appearance. Back teeth are important as placeholders in the jaw for upcoming permanent teeth. Let us know if you...
by admin | May 7, 2019 | News 2019
Dr. Shafiei, Dr. Saberina and our Hume Street Dental team is very proud of our patient Mason, who is 9-years old . After coming in and discovering he needed a large filling, Mason decided that he wanted the treatment done without freezing. His confidence and calm...
by admin | Apr 24, 2019 | News 2019
Widely-spaced primary teeth are beneficial for several reasons. First, because primary teeth hold space for permanent teeth. Gaps between the smaller baby teeth help ensure space for the larger teeth to come through properly. Second, space between your child’s...
by admin | Apr 24, 2019 | News 2019
Unlike your regular brief examination on your hygiene visit where immediate concerns and decay are addressed a complete oral examination is a procedure which encompasses much more. This examination is 1 hour in length and is performed every 3 to 5 years (upon...
by admin | Apr 24, 2019 | News 2019
It is important that you keep us informed of anything that may have an effect on your dental health. Here are a list of questions to consider. Since your last check-up, have you: Noticed a change in your general health? Become pregnant? Started taking any medication?...
by admin | Feb 4, 2019 | News 2019
Dry mouth is often a side effect of medications such as antihistimines, decongestants, analgesics and diuretics. Without enough saliva to cleanse the teeth and dilute acids produced by bacterial plaque, your teeth are subject to rapid decay. When you must take...
