Your gums are one of the most important features of your smile. They support your teeth, protect the bone material in the mouth, and work hard every day to fight bacteria. To supplement your daily brushing and flossing routine for healthy gums, you can also eat the foods that help them thrive. Let's take a look at what you can... read more »

As you age, the wear and tear on your teeth can increase – unless you are actively working to keep your smile shining. As you age, keep your smile spectacular with great oral health care. Here are some tips: First, remember the basics: brush your teeth at least twice a day and be sure to floss once a day –... read more »

Are you under the grips of poor oral health care? Do your teeth and gum suffer due to conditions such as dry mouth? Dry mouth is an oral health disorder commonly linked to gum disease and cavities. If your mouth lacks saliva, dry mouth will occur. To treat dry mouth conditions, consider a plan that effectively promotes the existence of... read more »

There is a thin protective layer on the outside of our teeth called the tooth enamel. If your tooth enamel is eroded so deeply that a hole forms in the tooth, you have a cavity. Dental fillings do exactly what it sounds like they do--fill cavities.  This helps prevent further damage to your teeth.  There are different kinds of fillings... read more »

Yellow teeth are quite inconvenient. In fact, they can lower your self-esteem and make you feel embarrassed of your appearance. This can lead to searching for the right whitening treatment available. Unfortunately, any whitening treatment won’t give you the results you’re looking for if you don’t determine the underlying causing of the staining as well as stop it. So, to... read more »

If you would like to improve your oral health care if you are suffering from diabetes, it is a must to get your diabetes treated and under control so it will not continue to plague your smile. The effects of diabetes on your oral health include the following: - Almost 10% of the US population has diabetes, as it is... read more »

Have you ever heard of CEREC® dental crowns? CEREC crowns are a dedicated form of dental crown that caps your teeth effectively and efficiently with a wholly customizable cap that is both timely and durable. CEREC technology can be used to fine-tune the level of comfort you will obtain, with the best possible fit for your crown. One of the... read more »

Tooth decay, when left ignored, can be hazardous to your oral health. Without a dental checkup and a cleaning twice a year, your mouth is vulnerable to tooth decay. Decay can damage your teeth and lead to gum disease. Once you have a lost tooth, after an extended period you could suffer from bone loss in your jaw, speech difficulties,... read more »

If you are looking to clear up your smile, then Invisalign® could be right for you. Every day, people are looking for better ways to align their smile without the hassle or pain of traditional braces. That is why, our team here at Solis Dental Group in Moline, Illinois, is happy to offer Invisalign® and give you this basic information... read more »

Are you looking to restore your teeth but are stuck choosing between dental crowns or dental veneers? Although both are highly effective in enhancing the look of your smile, there are other factors that could come into play when determining which one is best suited for you. If you are only looking for an aesthetic upgrade to your smile, dental... read more »