Are you aware of tooth hazard risks in your life that can easily put your teeth in danger? Did you know that your diet contains several products that are hazardous to your oral health along with your physical health? Not only should you be worried about the damage that can occur to your waistline, but you should also take into... read more »
Did you know that plaque buildup in your mouth can cause several problems not only with your teeth but your gums as well? Plaque is a thin layer of bacteria in your mouth that consists of debris and bacteria capable of destroying your smile. Due to the risk of plaque buildup, it is important to eradicate it whenever possible. Plaque... read more »
Veneers help your smile, if your front teeth do not look as good as you want them to. They are thin covers that go over your front teeth and are made to look like the ideal versions of the teeth they cover. They are can be used to cover front teeth that are chipped, misaligned or discolored, thus helping your... read more »
Are you prepared to provide the appropriate treatment should you experience an oral accident or injury? The truth is that most forms of dental damage will require professional care, depending on how severe the damage is. At Dr. Kim Family Dentistry, we offer same-day emergency dental care to help restore your smile; however, there are somethings that you can do... read more »
Have you just finished cancer treatments? If so, your smile and oral health might be suffering the side effects associated with treatment. Now is the time to talk to our dentist, Dr. David Kim, about post-treatment oral care. Our dentist is happy to recommend the following: -Visit our office: This is very important because your treatments could have created dental... read more »
Our team is pleased to offer insight into living with dentures and how receiving this treatment will impact your life in the following ways: - Comfort: Dentures can cause your gums to feel sore at first, especially if they are loose initially, and you may have more saliva until your mouth muscles accept the dentures as part of your smile.... read more »
In order to ensure your smile has the best chance of oral health care success, you should always have a dental damage prevention plan in place. Numerous forms of dental damage can arise on a day-to-day basis based on lifestyle habits you have, or even activities you are involved in. To keep your smile safe, it is important to address... read more »
Numerous tooth restorations and treatments exist to restore any damage that occurs to teeth. Depending on the damage and what your exact oral health care needs are, your dentist can help assess which restoration will be best for you. Possible treatments include dental crowns, dental veneers, and teeth whitening treatments. If you wish to protect a tooth on all sides,... read more »
Do you or a member of your family play sports? If so, we encourage the use of a mouth guard to protect your teeth, gums, and jaw from injury or tooth loss. Mouth guards are especially essential if you play a contact sport such as football, boxing, or lacrosse, but even non-contact activities like gymnastics can warrant the need for... read more »
At Dr. Kim Family Dentistry, we really enjoy the holiday season: joyful festivities, shining decorations and time with family and friends are a few of our favorite things. However, the holidays can be a dangerous time for your teeth what with all of the sweets we tend to munch on. If you are wary, you can guard your teeth by... read more »