While the tooth enamel layer on each of your teeth is designed to be durable enough to resist the advance of bacteria, it is nonetheless possible for poor oral hygiene to allow tooth decay to develop. When this happens, you might notice a change in texture, increased sensitivity, or general state of discomfort in the tooth. In a situation like... read more »

Have you visited your dentist and had a cavity filled? If so, you probably understand that having a cavity filled isn’t scary or painful. However, would you be surprised to learn that many patients who have had cavities filled and who have also had root canal therapy claim that neither treatment is much more uncomfortable than the other? Unfortunately, root... read more »

Are your teeth the cause of your bad breath? Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is the result of a nasty or foul odor deriving from your mouth. It is usually caused by poor oral hygiene but it may also be a symptom of a far more serious ailment within your mouth or body. Everything from the foods you eat... read more »

Gum disease attacks the gums and tissues that surround and support the teeth. This infection is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Gum disease is caused by plaque, the sticky bacteria that form on the teeth. Gum disease is usually painless, so you may not know that you have it. However, there are some warning signs of this... read more »

Dental cavities are inconvenient and troublesome, especially because they can result in root canal therapy or tooth extraction if they’re not treated in a timely manner. This is why Dr. Thomas Ouellette and our dental team strongly encourage you to visit Thomas E. Ouellette, DDS, PC as soon as you detect a cavity in your smile. Fortunately, your dentist can... read more »

The term “cosmetic dentistry” automatically leads people to assume the only benefit of such a treatment is purely for aesthetic purposes. In many cases, that is true, but there are also many ways cosmetic dentistry combines with other forms of dentistry to improve one’s oral health. For example, damaged teeth can be restored through cosmetic dental treatments and lost teeth... read more »

Do you know what a dental crown is? A dental crown is a tooth restoration procedure that can save a tooth from extraction by preventing further damage from occurring. Dental crowns can also improve the look of a damaged or discolored tooth. They work by placing a cap directly on top of the selected tooth completely concealing it in the... read more »

Sometimes having imperfections in your smile can hurt your self-esteem. However, there are quite a few options you might want consider. For example, teeth whitening could improve the appearance of your teeth, and there are also several options for replacing missing teeth. Fortunately, there are also options for gapped teeth. You see, you could have gapped teeth for any number... read more »

As you start to get older, you may notice a few changes in your mouth. Similarly, there are a few things you’ll need to do to keep if you’d like to keep your teeth healthy. You see, many factors can impact your oral health, and as you age you’ll be more likely to be exposed to a variety of them.... read more »

Dental veneers are a possible solution to help you achieve the look you desire. They are a popular choice for those with chipped teeth, a gap between teeth, or misshaped teeth. Dental veneers are thin covers that adhere to teeth to give teeth a more classically shaped look. Thomas E. Ouellette, DDS, PC offers a variety of dental veneer options... read more »