Cavities start out as small areas of tooth decay, but without proper treatment, they can grow to be very extensive and even result in the tooth being lost. In order to address a large cavity without extracting the tooth, we can place a dental crown that keeps the tooth protected. Two separate dental appointments with Dr. Tom Tetrick are usually... read more »
A dental filling is typically used to repair a minor defect in a tooth’s enamel layer. Gold and porcelain dental fillings are cemented into place with a strong dental adhesive, while composite and amalgam dental fillings are cured and bonded to the surrounding tooth enamel. This creates a secure bond capable of repairing the tooth for many years. As the... read more »
How would you rank your oral health care? Are you seeking out all options and supplementary techniques and treatment tools to ensure your teeth and gums are well cared for? On occasion, there are times when brushing and flossing could use an upgrade or even additional help beyond the services they can provide. Listed below are a few common tips... read more »
Your smile needs extra protection to make it through the teen years. People often get the last of their adult teeth during their teenage years, but regrettably, some of the teeth may not grow in properly, or there might not be enough space left, causing overcrowding and other spacing issues. Compounding the problem, teenagers often find themselves at overwhelming odds... read more »
Your six-month checkup is extremely beneficial for you, your smile, and your oral health, which is why it’s smart to take advantage of it as much as you can. This will help you have the top-notch teeth and gums you deserve. To help you take advantage of your appointments, our Pine Ridge Dental dental team encourages you to do the... read more »
Do you work hard or strive for a beautiful and healthy smile? If so, you are not alone. Thousands of people want a healthy and beautiful smile, and part of that comes from remembering to take care of your dental tools. These tools include your toothbrush. Your toothbrush is a key to oral health. Your toothbrush washes away plaque and... read more »
When the natural bacteria in your mouth exploit an area of weakened tooth enamel, it can cause tooth decay. When this happens, the resulting cavity can quickly spread to compromise a vast area. Sometimes the tooth decay can be so severe that the tooth fractures or is lost. When this happens, your dentists might need to extract the tooth to... read more »
If you have a toothache in Lincoln, Nebraska, then the first thing you can do is identify the cause of the pain. Oftentimes, something small or mundane is causing the ache. If this is the case for you, then there’s no need to worry. However, there are other times when something more severe and serious is causing the ache. That... read more »
When a cavity forms on one of your teeth, the bacteria are tenacious in their attempts to exploit the tooth enamel. Without timely treatment, this decay can start to penetrate the interior structures of the tooth. In time, it could compromise a significant amount of the tooth and infect the root, resulting in the total loss of the tooth. To... read more »
Brushing your teeth, flossing them, and visiting the dentist regularly are things we all do to keep our teeth and gums healthy and strong. Avoiding alcohol use is another item you can add to that list. Here are a few of the problems alcohol can create for your oral health. Cavities There are two ingredients in alcohol that can be... read more »