TMJ disorder, or temporomandibular joint disorder, is something many people will never have to deal with. However, many of the people who do have to deal with the condition may not realize what they’re dealing with at first. Unlike more common concerns, like tooth decay or gum disease, TMJ disorder doesn’t always announce itself the same way to everyone. As a condition that affects your jaw’s joints and, therefore, several other areas of your oral structures, TMJ disorder can lead to a wide range of symptoms and consequences if you don’t seek treatment for it promptly. (more…)
Stargazing With The Astronomical Society
After the holidays, it can be difficult to find family-friendly events to attend in the winter. Luckily for everyone, nature provides us with beauty that transcends the seasons (and sometimes looks even better in the winter). When you are looking up at the bright stars this weekend, consider coming to your Auburn Hills, MI, dentist at Advanced Dental Concepts to discuss our options for providing you with a brighter smile.
Good Reasons to Tell Your Dentist About Your Snoring
Even at its loudest, you might not realize that snoring has a direct impact on your quality of sleep. Anyone who can hear it will probably lose sleep, but the fact that you’re snoring means your body is also struggling to get the rest (and oxygen) that it needs. At our Auburn Hills, MI, dental office, we may be able to help you stop snoring and improve the quality of your sleep. If your snoring is a symptom of a more serious sleep disorder, like obstructive sleep apnea, we may also be able help you address it with a custom-designed appliance. (more…)
Important Questions About Gum Disease
How would you know if you developed gum disease? If you do, what are your treatment options for controlling it? Despite the fact that gum disease affects almost 80% of adults to some degree, many still aren’t fully aware of what that means to their smiles, or how to spot the signs that their smiles are at risk. At our Auburn Hills, MI, dental office, we make protecting your smile from gum disease a priority, especially if we notice signs of it during your routine checkup and cleaning appointment. If necessary, we can recommend an appropriate periodontal cleaning and maintenance plan to stop it from getting worse. (more…)
Events For All This Saturday At The Local Library
If you are ever searching for something fun or interesting to do on a Saturday, our local Auburn Hills Public Library is a great place to look! This weekend, they are hosting two events spanning very different categories, so you’re sure to find one that is right for for you. And, if you are ready to find some smile solutions that will be right for you, contact your Auburn Hills, MI, dentist to discuss our restorative and cosmetic dental options.
Fluoride Facts To Help Your Oral Health
Lately, a lot of myths about dental hygiene have been surfacing through an often misguided effort to expand people’s knowledge of what they are using to keep themselves healthy. If you’ve read any blogs or articles on the subject of fluoride, you may have come away with the misconception that it is a harmful chemical that has been unnecessarily added to water sources and oral hygiene products for years. In reality, as your Auburn Hills, MI, dentist will explain in today’s blog, fluoride is a mineral that is often heralded as “nature’s cavity fighter,” and it can keep you from needing restorative care in the future!
Does Your Smile Need A Checkup?
The word “checkup” often comes with associations of little kids at the doctor or dentist’s office to check on their growth and development. While these dentist visits are important and beneficial for little smiles, they are just as important throughout adulthood. In today’s blog, your Auburn Hills, MI, dentist will discuss why adult dental checkups are important, as well as what will happen when you visit our office for a routine exam and cleaning.
Show Off Your Smile At The Bridal Show
If you or someone you know is getting married, don’t forget about your smile! At Advanced Dental Concepts in Auburn Hills, MI, we offer cosmetic dental procedures to help you look your best on the big day. At the Bridal Show at Great Oaks Country Club, they can take care of the rest.
Choosing the Best Replacement for Your Teeth
Tooth loss isn’t usually inevitable, but it can occur for a number of different reasons. Fortunately, patients who experience it can lessen the impact that it has on their smiles, oral health, and daily lives by replacing their lost teeth with the right dental prosthesis. At our Auburn Hills, MI, dental office, we custom-design a prosthetic option to match most patients’ tooth loss needs. (more…)
3 Important Benefits that CEREC Same-Day Crowns Crowns Offer
When you think of modern dentistry, you may not immediately think of dental crowns. After all, they’re one of the oldest forms of restorative dentistry, and have been around longer than many other treatments. However, caring for, restoring, and improving teeth have all seen significant advancement over the years, and dental crowns are no exception. At our Auburn Hills, MI, dental office, we utilize advanced technology such as CEREC Same-Day Crowns to craft highly modern, lifelike dental crowns that can be designed and placed in just a single day. (more…)
