Bad breath, or halitosis, is more than just an embarrassing problem – it can impact your self-esteem, relationships, and overall quality of life. Though it's natural for breath to be less than fresh at times, chronic bad breath may indicate a more serious underlying problem. In some cases, it may...
For some adults, it's typical to go through the teething process again between the ages of 17 and 21, when your wisdom teeth begin to emerge. For some people, their wisdom teeth never emerge. For a lucky few, a wisdom tooth emerging is a hassle-free process, while it's uncomfortable and painful for...
One of modern dentistry's many wonders is the many ways by which a damaged tooth can be restored. One of the most common ways to do this is by getting a crown. A crown helps to fortify a decayed or damaged tooth and restore its function, letting you chomp down...
If you have a severely decayed tooth, getting a root canal might just save that tooth from being extracted. A root canal is a procedure to remove any decay and diseased tissue from the inside of your tooth. If you are scheduled to get a root canal, you might be fretting about...
People often overlook their oral health. Experiencing symptoms like swollen gums might go unchecked if not accompanied by pain. However, swollen gums might be a sign of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is an infection of your gums that can cause symptoms like bad breath, tooth sensitivity, toothaches,...
Dental veneers are custom coverings made from dental materials to cover imperfect teeth. They are used to cover imperfections like discoloration, gaps, cracks, crookedness, and chips, giving your smile a fantastic makeover. Veneers are especially beneficial for people who have tried other dental treatments to fix their smile with little success. Veneers...
Have you been thinking of getting braces, but you’re dreading the discomfort and all the fuss that typically accompanies traditional metal braces? Then Invisalign might be the right choice for you to straighten any crooked teeth. There are many reasons people prefer Invisalign to conventional braces. For starters, they are...
Missing one or more teeth can pose a threat to your oral health. Happily, modern dentistry offers several replacement options. However, dental implants bring distinct advantages. Dr. Wenli Loo and Dr. Steve Deng suggest that most patients who come to LivWell Dentistry to replace one or more missing teeth consider...