Wisdom teeth are third molars that aren’t necessary today. Not only are they not necessary, but they can also cause many issues. If you experience these issues, it’s best to extract the teeth as soon as possible before your oral health becomes affected. Some wisdom tooth problems that make extraction necessary include: -A crowded mouth: Oftentimes the mouth doesn’t have... read more »

Small cavities can often be repaired by having Drs. Collier, Goettsch, Stecklein, and Oetken apply a dental filling. However, there are times when a cavity is so large that there simply isn’t enough healthy tooth enamel remaining to anchor a dental filling. This is even more likely to be the case if the tooth has suffered a dental fracture or... read more »

Is your flossing technique up to snuff? It’s good to review technique every once in awhile, to make sure your teeth are getting as clean as possible. When flossing, use a thread that is roughly 18 inches long. This allows you to clean each tooth with a clean section of thread, avoiding cross-contamination of different parts of your mouth. Wrap... read more »

Sometimes it’s easy to let the little things slide. However, oral health is no small thing! You cannot afford to forget the basics of at-home dental care. First, flossing is vital for your oral health--don’t miss it! Floss (or use another interdental cleaner) once a day. It only takes 2-3 minutes to clean in between all of your teeth, and... read more »

Are you aware that veneers can give you a smile that would make even most movie stars jealous? In fact, many modern-day smiles for celebrities are the result of dental veneers. Dental veneers are thin, yet durable artificial shells that are fused to the fronts of teeth to customize and enhance your smile. With dental veneers, even the worst of... read more »

Atop your teeth is a thin protective film known as your tooth enamel. If your tooth enamel is eroded so deeply that a hole forms in the tooth, this is called a cavity. Dental fillings are treatments used in dentistry to restore teeth that have suffered tooth enamel loss to the point that a cavity has formed. If cavities do... read more »

When you reach the teenage years, multiple new risks become available that can damage your smile. Although the social status of mouth jewelry is what often pulls people into its grasp, be aware that lip and tongue rings can do serious damage to your oral health. For a better understanding of the basics of mouth jewelry, listed below are some... read more »

Are you aware of all the benefits available at your dentist for repairing broken teeth? Because your teeth can be damaged in so many different ways, it may be required that you visit your dentist for routine checkups to assess the damage that may have occurred or look for oral health risks that could arise. If you should suffer any... read more »

Is your jaw strong enough for dental implants? Although dental implants are important for improving your oral health and filling out your smile, they require a strong jaw to hold them in place. Fear not if your jaw is weak, as there are other alternatives including dental bridges and dentures that can be used to complete your smile. Dental implants... read more »

Did you know your smile is threatened on a regular basis? Well, it’s true! In fact, there are many things that can harm your teeth and gums. This is why it’s best to keep up on oral hygiene and visit Drs. Timothy Collier regularly. To help you know more about the threats your smile faces each day, we are happy... read more »