As time goes on, teeth can develop deep stains. If this is compounded by chips and visible fillings, you might be interested in ways to have a more appealing smile. One of the more popular and effective cosmetic dentistry applications is to have porcelain dental veneers installed onto your smile. These are custom shaped and shaded porcelain shells that are... read more »

Half of the American population drinks a sugared drink on a daily basis. While they taste great, they're terrible for your oral health; specifically, the damage they do to your teeth is particularly concerning. You may think that too much soda consumption leads more to obesity and type 2 diabetes than oral health problems, but sadly, soda will erode your... read more »

As you probably know, a toothache can be a strong indicator that something is wrong with your teeth. Occasionally, your toothache could fade on its own, but usually you’ll need to visit a dentist to have the issue addressed. Still, what do you do if you have a toothache but aren’t able to visit a dentist right away? While not... read more »

At Family Dentistry located in in Newburgh Indiana, we see many of our patients heading out during the summer months to travel, whether to visit extended family, explore our great state by road trip, or boarding an airplane to check out new destinations. To make the most of your travels, it is a good idea to pack a dental emergency kit to tide you over until... read more »

We know it can be embarrassing to be missing teeth. In fact, having a missing tooth—or other imperfections in our pearly whites—can be a major blow to our self-esteem. Fortunately, our dentist can provide a number of solutions for a missing tooth. While we recommend considering all of your options, please don’t forget about the benefits of dental implants. As... read more »

Do you know what dental sealants are, or the many benefits they offer to your children’s teeth? Chances are you’ve heard of sealants before, but either haven’t asked your dentist about them or still need to conduct a bit more research before deciding whether or not they’re a good option for your kids. With that in mind, we wanted to... read more »

Periodontitis, or advanced gum disease, is a serious issue that affects nearly 47% of Americans over 30, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's nearly 65 million people. In fact, gum disease is one of the most common health problem in any part of the body. With so many people suffering from periodontitis, it’s important to know... read more »

A dental crown or cap is a tooth-shaped covering that is placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, appearance, and strength. The dental crown will cover the entire visible portion of the tooth. When might Dr. Schmitz, Dr. Fickas , Dr. Fabiano and Dr. Biggerstaff recommend a dental crown in Newburgh, Indiana? - To prevent a weak tooth... read more »

Tooth decay is a serious dental problem that needs to be avoided at all costs. However, the only way to do that is by knowing the causes of tooth decay. So, to help you keep your smile in tip-top shape, our Family Dentistry team is happy to tell you the things that most frequently cause tooth decay, and those things... read more »

When it comes to good oral health, it is important to have accurate information so that you can make good choices. And while most of us are usually good at separating fact and fiction, there are always little myths that sound like they could be true. Here are three, along with one important fact. Myth 1) - Sensitive teeth are... read more »