If you are missing one or more teeth, it is important that you take steps to restore your smile. Missing teeth give bacteria and plaque a place to accumulate, and will allow your remaining teeth to drift out of alignment. Additionally, missing teeth can make a person feel less confident and more self-conscious; affect your ability to eat and speak... read more »

Your dentist, Dr. Frederick Stark and Brad Norden, and our dental team care about you and your smile, which is why we strongly encourage you to keep up on oral hygiene. This is especially important as Halloween approaches. With all of the candies and sweet treats available, there is a chance your smile could suffer. However, we understand that flossing... read more »

Gum disease is a real dental problem that ruins the smiles of many. It is dangerous and painful and it can result in the loss of your teeth if it remains untreated. This disease generally forms when the plaque on your teeth continues to grow and develop, taking over your smile. If you have braces, your chances of developing this... read more »

Do you take proper care of your gums? If not, we are happy to help you do so! Caring for your gums isn’t much different than caring for your teeth, so don’t worry about spending extra time deeply cleaning your oral tissues. But, we do want to make sure you understand how important it is to maintain healthy gums. If... read more »

Going through the orthodontic process might be inconvenient and tough at times, but it is extremely important to keep up with your daily oral hygiene routine. Orthodontists today strongly recommend participating in a daily oral hygiene routine that includes the following steps: 1. Prepare to brush: Before you start brushing your teeth, make sure to remove any rubber bands or... read more »