Dental sealants can do wonders for guarding your molars from cavities. Many people get dental sealants and really enjoy them, and yet many others do not. One of the reasons that many people don’t consider getting oral sealants is because they think their insurance won’t cover them. Will your insurance reimburse the cost of oral sealants? Keep reading to find... read more »

In order to ensure your smile has the greatest chance of oral health care success in the coming year, now is the perfect time to begin planning to enhance and upgrade your teeth and gums. One of the most effective things you can do is to fill out any gaps in your smile that can lead to gum destabilization or... read more »

It’s best to have the best brushing technique and routine possible. This is because brushing is very important for your smile and oral health. Brushing can wash bacteria away and help you have strong and healthy teeth and gums. If you have an improper routine, your smile can suffer the consequences. So, our dentist, Dr. Carey Norton, is happy to... read more »

Have you ever heard of sedation dentistry? Sedation dentistry has been known to help with numerous ailments and issues arising with your oral health care and can lower your risk for dental anxiety and any other issues you may have when visiting a dentist office for an oral health care treatment. There are four main types of dental sedation that... read more »

For lots of people, teeth grinding can be a real problem. Also known as bruxism, teeth grinding can wear and fissure teeth, and it can also develop major headaches and earaches as you sleep, leaving you with a nasty sensation when you get out of bed. It’s not a condition that should be ignored, but it is frequently left untreated.... read more »

You have been enjoying the restored ability to eat and speak comfortably that your dentures have provided. They have also restored the beauty of your smile. It is imperative that you take good care of your dentures to enjoy their benefits long term. Dr. Carey Norton and our team are happy to explain the importance of cleaning your dentures daily... read more »

Have you had your old cancer screening yet this year? Regardless of age, race, or gender, oral cancer affects us all. Oftentimes, the greatest chance of a successful recovery relies on finding the disease in time. If you have not had your oral cancer screening yet, please come in for a visit. There are numerous symptoms that arrived that can... read more »

Tooth pain is often a sign of cavities, which are caused when decay in a tooth attacks and penetrates tooth enamel. But unless you are seeing your dentist every six months for checkups, cavities often lie undetected until they reach the more sensitive layer of dentin below the enamel. This sensitivity arises because the dentin houses a network of tiny... read more »

Your child’s smile is important, especially because it helps your child eat and talk. Unfortunately, there are things/habits in the world today that can harm your child’s smile and create complications. It’s important to do all you can to help your child avoid those things. To help you, our dentist, Dr. Carey Norton, is happy to talk about the habits... read more »

If you are suffering from bruxism, there are often indications and visual clues that the condition exists. Bruxism is often referred to as teeth grinding, as it is an oral health condition in which you grind your teeth unconsciously, often while you sleep. Although bruxism is treatable, it is important to determine if you're suffering from the condition, as it... read more »