Restore broken and damaged teeth with veneers and crowns. Did you know two of the most highly effective types of tooth restoration therapies for enhancing the look of your smile are dental crowns and dental veneers, as both treatments cap or conceal troublesome areas of your teeth, but in different ways? To learn more about the astonishing benefits of both... read more »
Have you ever wondered what the American Dental Association, or the ADA, can do for you? Why is being part of the ADA important? If you have asked yourself these questions, you are not alone. That is why our team in Lake Orion, Michigan, is proud to offer you some basic information on the American Dental Association. The ADA was... read more »
Tooth replacement therapy comes in many forms. If you need to replace a lost or missing tooth, dental implants, dentures, and dental bridges are all effective treatments to restore your facial structure and fill in gaps left behind by missing teeth. Listed below are common questions about tooth replacement therapy: True or False: Dentures are directly attached to nearby and... read more »
You might know that you should consider visiting a doctor if you have an infection. However, did you know that you should also consider visiting our dentist if you have an infection in your tooth? In fact, it’s very important that you visit us if you have an infection because your body won’t be able to prevent the infection on... read more »
The occlusal surfaces, or biting surfaces, of molars and premolars in the back of your mouth are called upon to do a significant amount chewing and grinding the foods you eat. Many people have deep pits and fissures in the tooth enamel. This helps make the teeth more efficient for the task at hand. However, they can also trap food... read more »
Do you have sensitive teeth? Would you like to whiten your pearly whites but worry that your sensitivity could make the experience painful? If so, please note that there are a number of treatment options you could still consider—and a few options you may want to stay away from. If you’re interested in whitening your teeth, you should visit your... read more »
Do you ever yearn for a more beautiful smile? Do smile flaws make you embarrassed, or even ashamed, of your smile? Ask Dr. John Blake what cosmetic dentistry in Lake Orion, Michigan, can do for your smile. Cosmetic dentistry is growing more and more popular. Our dentist has the tools needed to whiten your smile, replace missing teeth, and improve... read more »
Everyone wants a white, brilliant smile. That’s a perfectly normal thing to pine after. However, more than a few people have asked the question about whether modern whitening techniques are safe, both for your teeth and your overall health. Today we’ll address that question and discuss why Dr. John Blake feels comfortable offering teeth whitening services here at John Blake,... read more »
Are you trying to hide your bad breath? If so, you are not alone. Thousands of people suffer from extreme bad breath and don’t know what they can do about it when mints are not enough. That is why our team at John Blake, DDS, PC in Lake Orion, Michigan, is happy to provide you with information on halitosis and... read more »
Have you ever been eating some food when suddenly something--pieces of food or meat fibers--get stuck between your teeth or in your gum line? Normally this is uneventful, as you can simply rinse the material away with lukewarm salt water or mouthwash. But sometimes this can present a problem, especially if you have a habit of chewing on non-food objects,... read more »