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 »

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 »

You may have heard that dental sealants are great for the health of your teeth, and that they could even stop cavities from forming--but what else have you heard about this important treatment? For example, do you know if you’re a good candidate for sealants or why sealants benefit you? As you may know, sealants are useful because they keep... read more »