Your tooth enamel is designed to be hard enough to allow for efficient oral function in the breaking down and chewing of common foods. Yet uncorrected alignment issues with multiple teeth can cause the surface of one to grind excessively on the other. In time the tooth enamel could gradually start to wear away. This could gradually degrade the area... read more »

Your oral health is our top priority here at Char Dental, and we are committed to addressing all of your dental needs in a professional and efficient manner, as well as helping you discover effective ways to care for your smile. It’s important to maintain good health between professional dental cleanings, which you can do by cleaning your tongue as... read more »

Teeth whitening treatment is designed to safely and powerfully bleach out discolorations in the teeth as well as improve your smile. Although bleaching agents are often found in mouthwash, toothpaste, and even chewing gum, the most effective form remains professional teeth whitening. Read on to learn about the most popular forms of teeth whitening: - The most common type of... read more »

Your partial denture represents a significant investment in replicating the essential function and appearance of your missing teeth. It incorporates a pink base that helps hold it to your existing periodontal structure. Some partial dentures also include simple hardware components to help them connect with the nearby natural teeth. While the dental appliance was created from durable materials, there a... read more »

Cavities, which are caused by bacteria and acid attacks, are holes that develop in the teeth. Typically, cavities form when you have poor oral hygiene, you forget to visit Drs. Char and Mashimo every six months, or you eat many carbohydrates, like candy, cake, soda, bread, cereal, etc. Many people think children are the only ones who can get cavities,... read more »

Complete and partial dentures are designed to meet with the periodontal structure of your mouth to hold firm while you chew your food. Some partial dentures also include special components that help secure the removable dental appliance with the neighboring teeth. Even with this firm connection, many people with a complete or partial denture appreciate a little denture adhesive. When... read more »

Dr. Char, Dr. Mashimo, and our team encourage each of our patients to brush and floss every day. Individuals should brush their teeth at least twice a day and floss once a day. Unfortunately, there are many people who leave flossing out of their dental hygiene routine. Others do not know how to floss properly. Our dentists and team are... read more »

Brushing your teeth is vital to good mouth health. But there is another way to clean your mouth that, in addition to brushing, can be very helpful: chewing sugar free gum. Let’s make sure your brushing technique is on point, then we can talk about how chewing gum can help. To brush your teeth properly, you need a good toothbrush.... read more »

Take a walk down the aisle of your drugstore or grocery store, and you will see a vast array of products designed to whiten your teeth. There are whitening strips, mouthwashes, toothpastes and other kits and products touting the ability to brighten your smile. And there are home remedies that are said to get the job done. One such home... read more »

Bruxism is an oral health ailment that is caused by clenching or grinding your teeth unintentionally. Because it usually happens when we are unconscious, you may not notice any symptoms of bruxism. One of the most often noted symptoms that there may be something wrong with your sleeping habits is the existence of snoring. However, be careful not to jump... read more »