Most medical professionals will tell you that you need to have a first aid kit for everyday emergencies. Dental emergencies are rare, but they can happen, and when they do, you will need a dental first aid kit. A dental first aid kit will help you get an emergency under control until you can see one of our skilled dentists, Drs.... read more »

There are unfortunate times when even the most effective oral hygiene routine still can’t prevent a cavity from developing on one of your teeth. Fortunately, your routine dental checkups will catch any early signs of tooth decay to develop an effective treatment plan. With early detection our dentist might be able to treat a minor case of tooth decay by... read more »

Oral cancer is a cancer of the lips, inside of the mouth, back of the throat, tonsils or salivary glands. There are many warning signs of oral cancer. You may not be able to spot the earliest signs, which is why regular visits to our dentistss are imperative. Drs. Buhler and Buhler are trained to detect signs of oral cancer... read more »

Your best smile often consists of eating the most nutritious and well-balanced meals. However, you may find yourself often consuming substances that can be hazardous to your oral health. Furthermore, you can be using your teeth in ways for which they are not intended, which can lead to severe dental damage. Make sure that you're always eating healthy foods throughout... read more »

The formative years of your child’s development play an important role in setting the foundation for good habits that will last a lifetime. This includes teaching your children to brush and floss their teeth every day. You should start cleaning your child’s gums with a clean piece of gauze right after they are born, and you should start brushing and... read more »

Root canal infections are generally caused by deep tooth breakdown. Fortunately, although this means that patients often cause their own pearly whites to wear down, this also means that you can have a hand in thwarting the need for a root canal procedure. Here are a few things that you can do at home to thwart your need for root... read more »

When you go to the dentist for a cleaning, you may be amazed at how well our dental hygienist can floss your teeth. Do you ever wish you could do it that way? Well, you can! Just follow these easy steps: First, break off 18 inches of floss and wind each end around each one of your middle fingers. Then... read more »

Dental erosion is a common oral health disorder in which harmful acids have damaged your tooth enamel. Although brushing and flossing your teeth daily are efficient methods for keeping your mouth spotless, the foods and drinks you consume can cause dental erosion long before cleaning treatments can be offered. This can potentially lead to pulp infection and tooth loss. Here... read more »

The acidic environment created in your mouth by poor oral hygiene habits can gradually start to demineralize your tooth enamel. As dental caries develop on a tooth, the bacteria in your mouth can start to penetrate deeper into the tooth. When the tooth decay extends beyond the tooth enamel layer it can start to infect the dentin, pulp, or root... read more »

Healthy teeth rely on strong tooth enamel to prevent cavities and help maintain the overall function of your mouth. If you are inconsistent with your daily oral hygiene habits, it can gradually weaken the mineral density of your tooth enamel. As this starts to happen it can leave your teeth at increased risk of tooth decay and other dental health... read more »