If you could look at the surfaces of your teeth through a powerful microscope, you would see that your tooth enamel has microscopic pores and textures. When you consume dark foods and beverages, tiny dark particles can become trapped on the surfaces of your teeth. If they are not removed in a timely manner, these minor stains can start to... read more »

Our dentists at Family Dentistry want to make your smile reach its full potential with the help of dental veneers. Dental veneers are custom-crafted durable shells that are bonded to the fronts of each individual tooth to give you a long-lasting smile visibly free of imperfections or discoloration. No matter how large or small an issue may be, dental veneers... read more »

Did you know there are many benefits when it comes to choosing dental veneers? Well, it’s true! Dental veneers offer a wide variety of benefits, which is why it has become so popular among cosmetic dentistry. Thanks to the magic of dental veneers, you can now have the flawless smile you always dreamed of. Our team here at Family Dentistry... read more »

If you are an athlete participating in contact sports without the protection of a quality mouthguard, then you are at increased risk of having a tooth knocked out. When this happens, the trauma is often so severe that the tooth is lost. Drs. Samuel Schmitz’s only effective treatment option might be to extract the tooth. Later, they can help you... read more »

Along with eye contact, a white and winning smile is essential for making a great first impression. If the teeth in your smile suffer from cosmetic imperfections, it can affect the success of your business and hamper your social life. To treat a problem of this magnitude, your dentist, Dr. Samuel Schmitz, routinely suggests custom shaped and shaded porcelain dental... read more »

Ensuring a healthy smile begins with taking care of your mouth--teeth, gums, healthy saliva production--all of this lays the groundwork for good oral health. In fact, without diligent daily care, your smile is prone to enamel decay, tooth sensitivity, cavities, and tooth loss from the buildup of acid in the mouth. Without daily removal, bacterial acid forms into plaque and... read more »

You probably know that you should visit your dentist at least once every six months if you’re interested in maintaining a healthy, strong smile. However, did you know that if you avoid these checkups, you could be putting yourself in danger of gum disease? Many Americans have gum disease and don’t realize it. Unfortunately, if bacteria builds up on your... read more »

The American Dental Association is an organization that helps each dentist provide the best dental care and experience possible, and your dentist, Dr. Samuel Schmitz, is a member of that organization. There are ADA promises that your dentist makes and keeps each day, and those promises are: No. 1: Respect a patient’s wants and needs Your dentist respects your privacy... read more »

Your tooth enamel gets its durability from microscopic mineral structures that interlace with each other to form a matrix that is stronger than bone. There are, however, some extreme cases when a hard blow to the mouth can carry enough force to shatter or crack a tooth. The severity of the crack will determine the course of treatment and restoration... read more »

Do you know what you would do if you found yourself with bad breath? Similarly, do you ever wonder if there’s anything you can do to keep your teeth healthier? Fortunately, there are a number of things you can consider. For example, using breath mints might mask bad breath, but it won’t do anything to benefit your oral health. In... read more »