When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »

When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

Many people have no understanding of inlays or onlays. The short answer is, they are both an intermediate treatment for advanced tooth decay. Normally, when you get a cavity, you will need a filling. With a typical filling, the dentist will drill through the tooth and remove the decay, and then fill the hole with a substance made from gold,... read more »

Do you know the fundamentals of enamel erosion? If not, that’s OK! Your tooth enamel is the white substance that creates your teeth. When it becomes eroded, cavities can arise, and your oral health can rapidly decline. There are many things important to know about your enamel, which is why our team is happy to help you! Our dentists care... read more »

When it comes to having a healthy smile, most people know that they need to practice effective dental hygiene, including daily habits of brushing and flossing, to reduce the chances of tooth decay. Oral health also depends on regular visits with the dentist to receive necessary preventive care such as dental cleanings. Dental cleanings are a vital component of routine... read more »

For your smile to function correctly, you need enough saliva in your mouth to keep it healthy. It is a good idea to know the conditions that create dry mouth, and what you can do. There is a rare autoimmune condition known as Sjogren's Syndrome, which actually causes your body to attack your glands that produce saliva. Although this is... read more »

Oral disease is can completely destroy the oral health and smile. This is why your dentists encourage you to prevent oral disease as much as possible. Some of those diseases include dental cavities, gum disease, oral cancer and more. Some of these diseases can even threaten your life. So, to help you prevent these diseases, our dentist is happy to... read more »

Remembering to brush your teeth every morning and night as well as flossing at least once per day is essential for maintaining a healthy mouth. This is in conjunction with your routine dental checkups at Adaptive Dental Associates. Combined these measures will reduce your chances of suffering an oral health problem or catch a developing issue before it worsens.  ... read more »

Tooth enamel is a very hard substance made up of a dense matrix of microscopic mineral crystals. This is what gives your teeth the necessary durability to handle a lifetime of biting and chewing. Your enamel also protects your teeth from decay. But minor deviations in your tooth alignment or bite pattern can cause damage to your tooth enamel. Over... read more »

Wearing removable partial dentures replaces missing teeth in a comfortable, natural-looking way. To ensure maximum comfort and durability, take as good care of your dentures as you do your own teeth. Keeping your dentures properly maintained can help them last 5-10 years. At Adaptive Dental Associates, we are happy to help you maintain your partial dentures. Product: So, what's the... read more »