A tooth avulsion, or in other words when a tooth is knocked-out, is a serious dental injury that often occurs while playing sports, especially contact sports. All cases of tooth avulsion are different, so it is likely that the treatment needed with differ between cases as well. The good news is that there is hope of re-implanting an avulsed tooth!... read more »

Dental bonding can be used to fix various issues with teeth, like if they get chipped or are spaced too far from each other. If you are curious about how they are applied, we are happy to offer a bit more information for you. The bonding is made from composite resin, which is designed to blend with the natural color... read more »

Do you know what your TMJ’s are? Do you have pain in the joints of your jaw? If so, you could be struggling with the temporomandibular joint disorder. Your temporomandibular joints are located on each side of your face, and they help you by moving your jaw up and down to eat and talk. When they become inflamed, necessary actions... read more »

Usually, you are only reminded of your saliva production when you catch a whiff of a delicious smell, like a roast in the oven, or fresh baked bread. Then the juices get flowing and you realize you are drooling. Imagine for a moment if you didn’t have that necessary lubrication. When a person doesn’t produce enough saliva, they can be... read more »

The American Dental Association advocates a consistent daily oral hygiene routine for the prevention of cavities and periodontal disease. This starts with always brushing your teeth each morning and night with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste. This should be followed up by making a conscious effort to thoroughly floss between your teeth and along the gumline at least once... read more »

It’s best to have a strong and healthy smile before you leave on vacation. This is because it reduces your chances of suffering dental problems and dental emergencies while you’re away. You don’t want to run into any problems, right? Well, our dentists, Drs. Pallotto and Osmolinski, are happy to help you have a vacation-ready smile by recommending that you... read more »

If you have discolored teeth, then you most likely feel self-conscious about the appearance of your smile. This can affect your self-esteem and even make socializing difficult. Our dentists, Dr. Pallotto and Dr. Osmolinski encourage you to consider treating your tooth discoloration. All you need to do is schedule an appointment at Oak Dental Associates. When you come in for... read more »

To enhance your smile, it is important to make sure all teeth are accounted for. A complete smile is always healthier because it can ensure all teeth are functioning as they need to, and it functions as you need it to. A single lost tooth can disrupt the positioning for the rest of your teeth as well. Thus, you should always... read more »

With an infected or badly damaged tooth, you might be advised to have a root canal procedure performed to save the tooth. A root canal is a process of cleaning the canals of a damaged tooth's roots. When a root canal is performed, the infected parts of the tooth pulp is removed. After that, the area will be cleaned and... read more »

Dental veneers are a great way to easily improve your smile. They are usually placed in two appointments, and can make all the difference in the world when it comes to dealing chipped or discolored teeth, or teeth that are the oddly shaped or unevenly spaced. While getting veneers is an easy process, it does take some care and thought... read more »