Sometimes a seemingly minor dental fracture or chipped tooth enamel might not seem to be a big deal Yet some of these cases can also affect the sensitive dentin or pulp within a tooth, leading to increasing problems with tooth sensitivity. In a situation such as this, it’s best to seek professional treatment from a dentists like Dr. L.C. Chilimigras.... read more »

Dental crowns are typically crafted from durable materials like gold, base metals or special dental porcelain. This gives them the strength to handle the daily wear and tear of chewing food. However, there still some things that can cause a chip on one of your crowns. This could come in the form of chronic night grinding or an accidental fall... read more »

There are times when something like a hard fall, a blow to the face, or other oral accident can chip the enamel on one of your teeth. When this happens, residual food particles and plaque can become trapped in the area. This can promote dangerous tooth decay. To treat this problem, your dentist, Dr. L.C. Chilimigras, will often recommend a... read more »

Are you having issues with a missing tooth or missing teeth? If so, dental implants might be the right choice for you. A natural tooth consists of white enamel and a supporting root that goes into the jawbone. A dental implant is a prosthetic replacement for a missing tooth, and it is surgically implanted into your jawbone. Dental implants are... read more »

A lot of people might think having teeth removed is the end to the journey of their oral hygiene worries. However, this is not the case. Many people do not know that in the first year after tooth loss there is a 25 percent decrease in the width of bone and an overall decrease in height over the next few... read more »