Not Everyone Loses All Their Baby Teeth (Milk Teeth)!
September 22, 2020
While most people finish losing their primary teeth (also called baby teeth or milk teeth) by age 12, there are some adults who still have at least one baby tooth!
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
The Fast Magic of Dental Bonding
September 15, 2020
If you need a chipped tooth repaired or want a fast and relatively affordable way to change the shape of your smile, dental bonding is the solution.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
3 Ways to Re-Shape Your Smile Without Braces
September 8, 2020
When people think of a smile makeover, many people think of braces. And it's true that braces can create a very powerful before and after image. However, not every smile makeover involves braces.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
Do Drugstore Teeth Whitening Products Work?
September 1, 2020
The most effective and best teeth whitening treatment you can receive is a professional teeth whitening session at the dentist. The dentist has access to specialized whitening products and knows how to whiten teeth quickly and effectively.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
Finding a Dentist for Your Kids
August 18, 2020
If you're looking to find the right dentist & establish a "dental home" for your family, you may wonder what the difference is between a pediatric dentist (a.k.a. a kids' dentist) & a family dentist.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
Keeping Up With Dental Health in the Summer
November 7, 2018
Summertime is a great time. The days are longer, we spend more time outside, the kids are out of school, & many of us take trips with family & friends. With all the changes in your routine during the summer, it might be easy to let dental care become less of a priority. Here are a few tips from your dental team to keep you smiling all summer long.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
The Star-Studded History of Veneers
October 31, 2018
If your teeth are cracked, stained, or otherwise damaged, cosmetic dentistry can greatly improve the appearance of your smile. Dentists use crowns, bridges, implants, onlays and veneers for smile makeovers
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
Some Wisdom About Wisdom Teeth
October 24, 2018
Wisdom teeth are the name for your third permanent molars, which typically appear from age 17-25. It is thought the name "wisdom teeth" comes from the fact that they appear long after all your other permanent teeth, when you a much older & wiser. Most people have four wisdom teeth, one in each quadrant of the mouth (upper left, upper right, lower left, lower right).
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
Dental Crowns 101
October 16, 2018
Dental crowns, or caps, are one of the most common restorative dental procedures that dentists perform. If you've been told you need a crown, there's no reason to worry. Dental crowns allow us to restore your smile both functionally & aesthetically, & modern techniques mean we can complete the procedure faster than in the past.
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence
If You Have Insurance, Your Cleanings Are Free!
October 8, 2018
We know many dental patients find the ins & outs of dental insurance confusing, but if you have dental insurance the most important thing for you to know is that you get two free cleanings per year!
by Mark Herman DMD Dental Excellence