Maintaining a healthy smile requires optimal oral hygiene practices. Neglecting oral health can lead to various issues, such as cavities. If left untreated, cavities can progress to decay, compromising the tooth’s structure and potentially leading to loss. Anyone with tooth cavities can breathe easy because they are easily treatable with dental fillings. Kennebec Dental Excellence […]
Root canal treatment in Winslow, Maine, becomes necessary when the pulp/nerve of your tooth becomes infected. A root canal decontaminates the pulp chamber by removing the source of the infection. Without treatment, the infection progresses, causing tooth loss and can cause infection throughout your body. No one likes to hear they need root canal treatment, […]
Children are known for their love of sweets, yet they’re not always great at brushing their teeth. This puts them at greater risk of cavities. To counter this problem, Drs. Jeff Bue and Julie Chang from Kennebec Dental Excellence recommend getting sealants for your children’s teeth. Sealants provide a protective coating for teeth to help […]
Losing a tooth or multiple teeth can have a dramatic impact on your smile. Lost teeth may increase difficulty eating certain foods. Missing teeth can change your jawline, creating a “sunken” look. A tooth’s absence can also open the door to other health issues spreading to your remaining healthy teeth. If left unchecked, harmful bacteria […]
Wisdom teeth problems can often sneak up on you unexpectedly. They may start with minor pain in your jaw that worsens with time or inflammation of the gums in the back of your mouth. If there isn’t room in your mouth for these teeth to come in, your wisdom teeth can become impacted, causing pain […]
Never underestimate the power of a beautiful smile. Smiling is one of the best ways to make friends, keep friends, and grow your career. That’s why it’s important to take good care of your teeth. If an accident causes damage to one or more teeth, see your emergency dentist in Winslow, Maine, right away for […]