Preserving the health of your teeth and periodontal tissues is very important for your overall quality of life. Cavities, gum disease, and tooth loss can be discomforting as well as costly to treat. To help you maintain a healthy mouth throughout the course of your life the American Dental Association offers a series of guidelines and recommendations. This includes brushing... 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 »
You can brush every day, twice a day, but if your toothbrush is ineffective, it will at best be a waste of time, and at worst, put your mouth in danger of bacterial contamination. Let’s review the ways to make sure your toothbrushing habit is as effective as possible. First, your toothbrush is yours. No one else’s. Toothbrush sharing can... 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 »
Dental sealants are a form of tooth restoration treatment that applies a specialized gel across your teeth, usually your molars. Once the sealant hardens into a substance that can mimic an additional layer of tooth enamel it will further protect your teeth from the dangers of plaque and cavities. To take your oral health care to new heights with dental... 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 »
Are you looking for the right smile restoration for you? If so, you have come to the right place! Here at MI Beautiful Smile in Davisburg, Michigan, we are happy to talk to you about dentures and how they can improve your smile and oral health. To help you learn more, we have provided you with some basic information on... read more »
A good night's sleep can provide you with a focused day, helping you to work hard and smile wide. Our dentist, Dr. David Tapani, wants you to have the fullest rest possible and, depending on the cause, may be able to help you with that. There is a condition called sleep apnea which happens when the tonsils, the tongue, or... read more »
If you have a missing tooth, you’ve probably know through experience how that impacts the looks of your smile, how you break down food differently, and even your pronunciation of various words. Wouldn’t you like your full smile back? Well, you can have it. MI Beautiful Smile in Davisburg, Michigan can give you a dental implant. Here are some things... read more »
Would you be surprised to hear that genetics impact practically every part of you? Even your height, weight, and eye color can be influenced by your genetics. However, did you know that your smile might also be impacted by your genes? Unfortunately, this could leave you more vulnerable to tooth decay than others, even if you care for your smile... read more »