Dr. Donald W. Ray, DMD, Dr. Mary Alice Connor, DMD and the team at our dental office are pleased to provide professional and caring dental services to their patients from Greensburg PA and the surrounding communities. Our dental services include: adult, children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, orthodontic, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry services.
Lately, there has been a lot of talk about flossing and if it is good or not! Kind of reminds me of coffee, some studies say is good for you and others say it isn't. Our dental office believes that flossing is beneficial to a person's general oral health. Our staff is trained to address the issues of proper flossing to our patients on an individual need basis. We promote many different tools used to effectively and safely clean between the teeth. If you are concerned with the recent news reports, please give our office a call to schedule an appointment. We will be happy to review your concerns and make sure you are properly caring for your teeth.
Missing teeth pose a tremendous threat to your long-term dental health. A root canal repairs teeth with roots that have been injured or infected; damage that used to require an extraction. A root canal restores a tooth by removing the pulp chamber and replacing the pulp with filling material. This is often unavoidable when dental decay extends to the nerve of the tooth (or the tooth has become infected), and a simple filling will not be a suitable repair. Our doctors are skilled in modern root canal therapy. With new anesthetics and cutting-edge technology, root canals are a manageable form of treatment, unlike the dreaded procedures of the past.
Plaque is that soft, sticky stuff that builds up on your teeth over time. It contains legions of bacteria. Left untreated it will eventually lead to gum disease, bad breath and tooth loss. Frequent brushing and flossing are required to keep plaque at bay. But it's virtually impossible to remove all plaque without the skills of your professional dental hygienist. In other words, you're going to need some help. Call our office today to schedule your next routine teeth cleaning to receive help with your plaque removal!
Nationwide, about five million teeth are knocked out annually as a result of traumatic mouth injuries. The truth is many common sports activities are dangerous to both teeth and jaws without a proper mouthguard in place. And we all know the one-size-fits-all mouthguards found in stores don't always fit properly. A sloppy fit means it may not give the intended protection and can actually interfere with proper breathing during exertion. On the other hand, a custom-made sport mouthguard fits correctly, protects well, and can be utilized for any sport. The American Dental Association recommends the use of a custom-made mouthguard with most sports activities, ranging from boxing to weight lifting. In fact, a custom mouthguard results in the most protection available for your money. Don't wait – protect your mouth today!
Lately, there has been a lot of talk about flossing and if it is good or not! Kind of reminds me of coffee, some studies say is good for you and others say it isn't.
