Thousands of serious mouth injuries occur every year due to sports, and the fact that the unfortunate victim wasn’t wearing a tooth protecting mouthguard. While it may not be shocking to most people that sporting events are responsible for most mouth and teeth related injuries. It probably is somewhat surprising to hear that nearly half of all sports related mouth... read more »

Do you want a successful dental appointment when you come to Maple Ridge Dental? If so, our dentist, Dr. Melissa Wolfe, is happy to help you. Our dental team wants you to have the best experience in our dental chair, and we’re willing to do what it takes to help make that happen. One thing we can do is give... read more »

If you are researching your options in choosing a material for dental crowns, you have probably noticed the wide variety of options. It’s important to choose a dental crown material that complements your cosmetic and functional preferences. Our dentist can recommend four choices of material--porcelain, metal, porcelain fused with metal, and gold based on the needs of the tooth. Porcelain... read more »

Gum disease is a chronic gum infection and subsequent inflammation that develops as a result of tartar lingering on the gum line. It can also be exacerbated by some medical conditions and the use of tobacco. When you understand how gum disease can affect your dental and general health, you can begin practicing preventive dental habits to protect your total... read more »

  Your smile can be damaged at any time and is often at risk for numerous lifestyle choices and habits you may partake in. Even though we often may not think of the long-term risks on our teeth, we realize that short-term risks can occur as well as they can easily destroy your smile in seconds. Even though some oral... read more »

A dental filling is often used to repair a chip, small cavity, minor dental attrition, or another type of minor physical imperfection that is limited to the tooth’s enamel layer. While they are meant to last a long time, it is none the less possible for a dental filling to eventually degrade its relationship to the neighboring tooth enamel. Sometimes... read more »

We all know to brush our teeth twice a day, but, how do we keep our mouths clean in between brushing? One solution could be a little unexpected: chewing gum! Studies have shown that chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes after eating can help prevent cavities. Let’s talk about how this works. Chewing on sugarless gum activates your body’s salivary... read more »

Healthy periodontal tissues and teeth are important to your overall oral function and the appearance of your smile. Unfortunately, gum disease and cavities are an all too frequent problem afflicting the oral health of millions of Americans each year. To help maintain the health of your teeth and gums the American Dental Association provides a series of recommendations and informational... read more »

Not only are cavities unhealthy and painful, they can also be unsightly if they in a tooth that can be easily seen by other people. If your filling does not not blend in with your tooth, you might feel uncomfortable in work and social situations. While fillings made of gold or an amalgam are durable, and are ideal for molars... read more »

It doesn’t matter if you are replacing a few teeth, or an entire row, if you are receiving your first set of dentures, then you should know that it will take some time to get used to them. It will take a little time, but you will be accustomed to them in due time. Your dentures will feel bulky for... read more »