Gum disease is more common in the American population than you might think. The American Dental Association estimates that nearly 47% of people over the age of 30 have some degree of gum disease. The resulting inflammation and infection can have a serious negative impact on your oral health. The earliest stage of gum disease is known as gingivitis. Common... read more »

Cosmetic dentistry is a blanket term used to describe the art and science that goes into giving you the winning smile you’ve always wanted. If a single tooth in your smile has been marred by chips, discoloration or old fillings that have become visible, the cosmetic dental team at Amber Leaf Family Dental can restore the full appearance and luster... read more »

Even though your teeth are incredibly strong, there are rare instances when an accidental blow to the face or a hard fall can impact a tooth so much that it severely cracks, fractures or breaks the tooth. If the broken tooth causes a sharp or persistent pain or a deep ache in the surrounding gums, it likely means that the... read more »

Most people have accidentally bitten their tongue a time or two while eating or chewing gum. While this can cause a quick jolt of pain or even a small area of swelling it is rarely a cause for concern. However, there are situations where a blow to the face or sports accident, has caused a significant tongue injury. In some... read more »

Teeth grinding is a destructive habit that needs to be avoided at all costs. However, sometimes it’s tough to avoid the habit because the grinding only occurs at night. Well, even if you grind your teeth at night or during the day, our Amber Leaf Family Dental team has some treatment recommendations for you, which are: Reduce your stress: Oftentimes... read more »

Are you worried about your little one's oral health? If you are, good for you. As you can probably guess, if your child has clean, healthy teeth while they're young, they'll probably develop healthy habits that can last for years to come. But, what can you do to help your little one develop these healthy habits? Clearly one of the... read more »

If your teeth hurt when you eat or drink hot, cold, acidic or sticky food, you may be experiencing tooth sensitivity. This occurs when dentin--the layer under the tooth’s enamel which has microscopic tubules filled with nerve endings that are sensitive to pain—may be exposed because tooth enamel has worn down. Tooth enamel is actually the strongest substance in your... read more »