by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Aug 29, 2016 | General Health findings |
We have all experiences a dream about losing either a tooth (or many) only to wake up with a sigh of relief that none are missing. This is actually quite a common dream. But what does it mean? Is there significance? Fear of aging or death Often times, according to...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Aug 15, 2016 | Dental Oral Health |
Even though it can be scary to see your gums bleed when you floss or brush your teeth, it isn’t always alarming. There can be less serious and temporary reasons why your gums bleed, as there can be some concerning reasons as well. If you are unsure, the best...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Aug 4, 2016 | General Health findings |
Canker sores, also called aphthous ulcers, are painful small, shallow lesions that develop on the soft tissues in your mouth or at the base of your gums. Unlike cold sores, canker sores don’t occur on the surface of your lips and they are not contagious. They...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jul 26, 2016 | Dental Oral Health |
What is a Crown? Crowns are fixed prosthetic devices that are cemented onto existing teeth or implants by a dentist or prosthodontist. Crowns are used most commonly to entirely cover a damaged tooth or cover an implant. They are cemented to natural teeth or implants...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jul 12, 2016 | Dental Oral Health |
Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. Sometimes these teeth can be a valuable asset to the mouth when healthy and properly aligned, but more often, they are misaligned and require removal....
