Your braces represent a serious investment in realigning your teeth to give you an appealing smile that can last a lifetime. Certain activities, foods and lifestyle choices can damage your braces, and increase the total amount of time you need to wear them. If something does happen, there are a few things you can do to manage the problem and... read more »

As you go throughout your day, do you ever think about the bacteria in your mouth threatening to attack your smile and create tooth decay? Probably not, but that doesn’t mean the bacteria isn’t there. Your smile is constantly threatened by tooth decay each day and your job is to properly take care of your smile and prevent dental cavities... read more »

The bells are ringing and 2016 is almost here! At Algiers Dental Associates we want to help you with all your dental needs. One easy improvement you can make to benefit your smile is as simple as changing your toothbrush. Keep in mind the purpose of a toothbrush is to remove plaque and stimulate your gums to prevent tooth decay... read more »

As you know, your appearance changes as you age—but did you know that the appearance of your teeth will change as well? While this change may be inevitable, there are a few things you can do to prevent these changes. Unfortunately, over time your teeth will wear down and change shape. This is simply the result of eating and chewing... read more »

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and you are probably looking forward to eating copious amounts of your holiday favorites; roast turkey, pecan and pumpkin pie, cranberry salad and garlic mashed potatoes. As you enjoy your favorite foods, take some extra time caring for your healthy smile and show some love for your dental sealants! Caring for your dental sealants... read more »

If things like drinking hot coffee or eating ice cream causes you to wince with pain, you might suffer from tooth sensitivity. There can be a lot of underlying causes of tooth sensitivity, including cavities caused by general tooth decay, fractured teeth with exposed dentin, old fillings that are about to fail, eroded tooth enamel and periodontal disease. The underlying... read more »