When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

What do you know about bone grafting? For starters, did you know that a bone graft in your jaw can improve your oral health if you have had bone loss from gum disease? Yes, it’s true! If you are in need of strength and support to your jaw, then a bone graft might be ideal for you. Our prosthodontist ,... read more »

Tooth decay issues that go without professional treatment can eventually lead to worsening consequences. In some of these cases the individual might experience the loss of multiple teeth or teeth that suffer a severe fracture. In this case, you may want to consider setting up an appointment with a prosthodontist like Dr. Ben B. Ross. After examining your mouth he... read more »

Is your smile a source of embarrassment to you? Do you feel self-conscious meeting new people because of your smile? If so, you are not alone. Many people desire to have a flawless smile they can be proud of. Luckily, our dental team has exciting news for you about dental veneers. Dental veneers are part of a branch in dentistry... read more »

Brushing is a very important task that should always be included in your oral hygiene routine. However, that doesn’t mean the task is always helpful. In fact, there are brushing habits you can participate in that do more harm than good. It’s best to avoid these habits so you can properly and effectively care for your smile. Our prosthodontist, Dr.... read more »

  Do you have any teeth that are abnormal or irregular? Do they look normal and are colored like your natural teeth or are they broken or damaged? If you have suffered any dental damage that you would like to conceal, look no further than a dental crown for your oral health care treatments. If you are in need of... read more »

If you are looking for a highly effective interdental cleaning tool that does not use threaded floss, but rather it uses water to clean between teeth, consider using a water flosser. Water flossers can be purchased over the counter and are available to clean your teeth on a daily basis. They are highly effective for cleaning teeth and can even... read more »

Dental checkups are more than just a time for your dentist to remind you to floss; they are an opportunity to learn more about your dental health and how you can protect your smile against tooth decay and other problems. We invite you to try the following practices during your next dental visit:   During the Dental Exam   Notify... read more »

Here at Pantops Prosthodontics, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these articles. Each... read more »