FAQ

Toothbrush brand is less important than the type of bristle and size of the brush head. We recommend a soft toothbrush with a small head to reduce irritation and recession of the gums. You can also maneuver to each tooth more effectively. 

We recommend brushing at least twice a day and visiting your dentist twice a year for cleanings and checkups.

Generally speaking, there is not much difference between toothpaste brands. We advise choosing a toothpaste that tastes good to you and contains fluoride to reduce dental decay.

We recommend flossing once a day to prevent cavities where your toothbrush can't reach. Flossing also helps your gums stay healthy.

These are the same restoration for a broken tooth. Dentists refer to all tooth restorations as crowns. Patients often refer to the tooth-colored restorations as caps and the gold or stainless steel ones as crowns.

A bridge is permanently attached to adjacent teeth or implants to fill gaps between missing teeth. Partial dentures are attached by clasps to the teeth and can be easily removed by the patient. 

There are no health reasons not to use amalgam "silver" fillings but more patients are requesting "white" tooth-colored fillings for cosmetic reasons. We prefer using "white" fillings because they bond better to the tooth structure, are less sensitive to temperature, and have a better aesthetic look. "White" fillings, however, cannot be used in all situations.

No. Most teeth that have had root canal treatment will need a crown to protect and strengthen it, but not every tooth that needs a crown requires a root canal.