Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mehrshad Yousefi, DMD A tooth that hurts when you bite down, feels different against your tongue, or suddenly develops a visible crack is worth paying attention to. These changes do not always mean you need a crown, but they can indicate that a tooth has become damaged or weakened enough to … Read more
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mehrshad Yousefi, DMD One moment you are biting into an apple, and the next you are staring at a chipped edge or holding a tooth in the palm of your hand. A cracked or knocked-out tooth can happen in seconds, but the steps you take right after often decide whether it … Read more
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mehrshad Yousefi, DMD A little blood in the sink after brushing is easy to dismiss. But that faint pink tinge is often the first quiet sign of a condition that can loosen the very foundation of your smile, one you may not notice again until the damage is much harder to … Read more
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mehrshad Yousefi, DMD Wondering what actually happens once you sit down for a dental exam? A comprehensive exam is far more than a quick look inside your mouth; it is a careful, technology-guided review of your teeth, gums, and bite that is designed to catch small problems before they grow into … Read more