Although caring for your smile doesn't require round-the-clock service. It does require round-the-clock attention. If you notice any oral health risks beginning to arise, it is important to set protection plans in place to keep your smile safe. Furthermore, prevent oral accidents and injuries by implementing effective lifestyle choices. However, it may be possible to suffer severe dental damage without... read more »

Are you aware that you are at an increased risk for several forms of dental damage while you are pregnant? The more you are willing to do to improve your teeth and gums and the care they receive while you're pregnant, the better off and safer they will be. Everything from improving your cleaning habits to visiting your dentist can... read more »

An orthodontist like Dr. James Shaheen is sometimes called upon to help diagnose and treat problems with the temporomandibular joints that hinge the jaw. In many of these cases a chronic condition like TMJ disorder can cause discomfort when biting down, aches in the muscles around your temples and in front of your ear, as well as a disconcerting clicking... read more »

The microscopically porous nature of tooth enamel can sometimes trap tiny dark particles from certain foods and beverages. As these surface stains start to accumulate, they can gradually start to saturate your teeth. This process is even more likely to occur if you occasionally or frequently use tobacco products. As the dental stains start to worsen, the retail tooth whitening... read more »

Oral Health maladies like gum disease, cavity, and oral cancer are a serious concern throughout the American population. To help address and prevent these problems the American Dental Association recommends that you brush your teeth each morning and night as well as making a conscious effort to thoroughly floss at least once per day. The ADA also recommends having a... read more »

Ideally, each of your permanent teeth should emerge from the gums with a smooth shape that meets comfortably with the other teeth in your bite pattern. However, this is not always the case. Sometimes genetic factors and minor orthodontic complications can lead to a misshapen tooth. If a tooth like this is not addressed in a reasonable amount of time,... read more »

Once your child has their full complement of 32 permanent have fully replaced their primary teeth, maintaining the integrity of the tooth enamel and the overall health of their teeth is exceedingly important. After all these teeth will have to last them for the rest of their adult life. While reminding them to brush their teeth each morning and night... read more »

  To keep your smile safe, never be afraid to set forth tooth hazard prevention plans to ensure optimal oral health care success. The more you do to think about the foods and drinks you consume and any other habits that may lead to dental damage or cause oral accidents or injuries, the more you can do to ensure your... read more »

Sometimes a cavity can go unnoticed between your regularly scheduled dental checkups at Smiles of Grand River. This could be particularly distressing if you procrastinate your dental exam, as the lack of professional attention could allow the tooth decay to worsen. In some cases of untreated tooth decay, the bacteria can gradually spread to the underlying periodontal tissues. This might... read more »

The wisdom teeth lingering deep in the gums in the back of your son or daughter’s mouth are essentially vestigial teeth that no longer play a relevant role in the function of the modern human mouth. At some point in late adolescence they start to move in the periodontal tissues in an attempt to erupt from the gums. As this... read more »