With all the worries and anxiety that teens face in order to fit into their desired social circles, it is often a time when their oral health care routines are neglected or abandoned. Keeping your teeth safe as a teen requires endless attention to detail and the avoidance of many risks that may arise. One of the biggest risks of... read more »

Dentures are created with comfort in mind. Dentures are a well-known tooth replacement option that has been in use for a very long time. With remarkable advances in technology, dentures have shifted and transformed into their designs to improve the look of your smile, and now offer artificial enhancements that perfectly mimic the look of natural teeth. Dentures are artificial... read more »

Not all incomplete smiles are doomed to remain that way. In today’s dental industry, getting a tooth replacement has never been easier or wiser. Dental replacements such as dental bridges can mimic the natural look of teeth, last for decades, and restore your facial structure to its normal glory. Consider the following benefits that bridges can provide: - A single... read more »

Too much of a good thing can sometimes be risky, except in the case of smiles. They are the gift that just keeps on giving and the brighter and shinier they are, the more warmly received they can be. There’s no such thing as having too perfect of a smile, so consider upgrading yours today. With tooth restorations such as... read more »

Have you ever had a cavity filled? If you have, would you have a cavity filled again? Would you be surprised to hear that most patients who have had a cavity filled and have had root canal therapy say the two treatments are fairly comparable? Still, root canal therapy has earned a bad reputation. For example, have you ever heard... read more »

Bad breath could be the sign of an oral infection. Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is the result of a nasty or foul scent emanating from your mouth. It is typically caused by poor oral hygiene but it may also be a symptom of a far more serious ailment within your mouth or body. Everything from the foods you... read more »

Did you know that you could be damaging your teeth while you sleep? This condition, referred to as bruxism, is the result of grinding and gnashing your teeth as you sleep, which over time can seriously damage your teeth and gums. The difficulty with bruxism is that it is often hard to know you suffer from it because it takes... read more »

Having imperfections in your smile can be fairly embarrassing. Luckily, there are a number of solutions you can consider to beautify your smile. For example, teeth whitening is an option you should consider, but there are several options you could try for missing teeth. Still, do you know what you might do if you have gapped teeth? You could have... read more »

Dental veneers are the perfect choice to usher in the new year. With a set of dental veneers, you smile can be bigger and brighter than ever. Don’t settle for an average smile when the smile of your dreams is on the horizon. MI Roots Family Dental wants your smile to be great, and we have the ability to make... read more »

Do you ever hesitate to smile? Are you slightly self-conscious because your smile is a little crooked, discolored, or because you’re missing teeth? If you’re suffering from any of these issues, or issues like them, cosmetic dentistry could be the solution you need. Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of dentistry designed to improve the appearance of your smile. It includes... read more »