Small cavities and chips that are limited to a tooth’s enamel layer can often be treated by having a dentist apply a dental filling. The special dental material will seal the area to prevent future tooth decay while also restoring the structural integrity of the tooth. As time goes on inconsistencies in your oral hygiene routine can gradually start to... read more »

As dental caries progress, the cavity will start to grow to compromise an increasing amount of tooth enamel. If the area of tooth decay becomes too large, Dr. David Tapani might not be able to viably repair the tooth with a simple dental filling. To effectively treat a tooth in this condition, Dr. David Tapani might recommend replacing the entire... read more »

When a cavity forms on one of your teeth it can compromise the tooth enamel, while also placing the rest of the tooth at risk for severe complications. Without professional treatment, a cavity or a bad dental filling can allow tooth decay to penetrate the root of a tooth. As this happens, you might experience increasing toothache discomfort or pressure... read more »

Grinding your teeth while you sleep, biting your nail, nibbling on desktop items, or using your teeth to open packaging can potentially fracture one of your teeth. When this happens the severity of the damage can vary. The level of distress to the tooth and the tooth enamel will determine the course of treatment Dr. David Tapani recommends. Occasionally, a... read more »

If you are interested in avoiding dental emergencies while you are traveling, our MI Beautiful Smile team is more than happy to help you! All you need to do are the following things and your smile will remain in tip-top shape: -Avoid major dental treatment: If you need major dental treatment, like root canal therapy or dental crown placement, it’s... read more »