When a cavity goes without professional treatment, decay can slowly start to affect the tooth’s structure. You may find yourself chewing on a piece of food and your tooth cracks. The pain that results can sometimes be severe and the bacterial presence in the area can lead to other complications. Sometimes, Dr. Rai can treat a tooth in this condition... read more »

You’ve likely heard of gum disease, an oral infection that attacks the gums and bone that surround and support your teeth. Did you know that some people are more at risk for gum disease than others? Dr. Rai and our team are happy to share the risk factors with you. Risks for Gum Disease Bacteria and plaque are the main... read more »

You may already know that there are many different ways to keep your teeth in great condition, but did you know that root canal therapy could improve your oral health? You see, if you don’t get root canal therapy for a tooth that is suffering from an infected root, extensive decay, or that has experienced trauma, the affected tooth may... read more »

Have you avoided going to your dentist for some time? Do you have chipped, cracked, or broken teeth? Are you worried about the health of your smile? If you are, or if you need extensive work, you may need to consider a full mouth reconstruction. Full mouth reconstruction can be useful for addressing a wide array of issues. For example,... read more »

The American Dental Association conducted research and found that one out of every 92 adults will develop some form of oral cancer at some point in their life. Even though the average age of onset is 62 years old, increased risk factors, such as a family history of oral cancer, tobacco use and alcohol abuse, increase your chances of developing... read more »