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 »

  Did you know that you could lower your risk of tooth decay and cavities with a simple dentistry procedure known as a dental sealant? Dental sealants are applied directly across your teeth to help enhance your smile by preventing tooth decay. Dental sealants are typically painted on the chewing surfaces of your back teeth to help prevent harmful acids... read more »

Plaque is a white, sticky substance that can cause trouble. It can encourage cavity growth, gum disease development, and white-spotted teeth. It’s important to keep plaque at bay when you have braces so you can prevent these dental issues. To help you do so, our dentist, Dr. L.C. Chilimigras, is happy to share some tips with you. First, brush your... read more »

Cavities often occur when poor oral hygiene allows the natural bacteria in your mouth to exploit a tooth that has been chipped or suffers from weakened tooth enamel. When this happens, it can cause discomfort and heightened sensitivity. Without timely treatment by Dr. L.C. Chilimigras at their clinic in Battle Creek, Michigan, the cavity could grow to cause more serious... read more »

The molars and premolars in the back of your mouth are called upon to chew and grind the foods you enjoy. This is possible because of the deeply textured enamel on the occlusal surfaces of each tooth. For some people, these natural pits and fissures are so deep that they can trap plaque and food particles. If they prove to... read more »

Did you know that cavities are simply another name for tooth decay? Fortunately, the number of cavities Americans have every year has decreased significantly. This is due in large part to increased awareness of the importance of oral health, including brushing and flossing to prevent cavities. But tooth decay is still a major problem in many areas. How much do... read more »

Did you know that your enamel is the strongest substance in your mouth? But even though your enamel is strong, it can weaken over time. And unfortunately, once you lose your enamel, it will be gone forever. But even though your enamel can wear down, it can strengthen itself again. While this process—which is known as remineralization—will happen on its... read more »

Yikes! What in the world is a “tooth worm”? Luckily, tooth worms are in the same animal kingdom as unicorns, dragons and *snipes: Tooth worms have never existed. But anciently, dating back as far as 5,000 B.C., people believed the false notion that the unmistakable pain that we now recognize as a toothache was caused by a tiny tooth worm,... read more »