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 »
Tooth sensitivity is an unfortunately common complaint with many adults. It is often associated with discomfort or a stinging sensation when consuming certain foods and beverages. In the long term it can force the individual to limit their choices which could also impact their overall quality of life. Keenly aware of these problems some oral hygiene product manufacturers offer toothpastes... read more »
Just in case you’ve ever thought about the dental instruments we use to give your mouth that fresh feeling after a cleaning at our dental office, we have put together a shortlist of the go-to tools our dental hygienists use to clean your teeth. Small Mirror You might think that we’d start off by telling you about our most high-tech... read more »
At this point, everyone in the world knows that smoking is incredibly bad for your health. You’ll live fewer years, develop lung and breathing issues, and even types of throat cancer that can take away your ability to talk. Smoking does more than that, though. One of the aspects of smoking that’s often overlooked is the role it plays in... read more »
A complete oral health treatment plan begins with assessing all potential risk factors in your facial area. Not only should you be looking for problems and issues that could arise in your mouth but also areas outside of it. If you do have chronic jaw and facial pain, it could be an indication of another problem. Once you understand all... read more »
If you have found yourself needing to improve the quality of a damaged tooth with a dental restoration, Ortman Family Dentistry invites you to enjoy the benefits of CEREC technology. CEREC is a same-day treatment that treats damaged teeth in a single visit with beautiful, customized restorations made with the highest quality. We invite you to learn more about CEREC... read more »
When a toothache strikes, it can put a damper on the best of days. Toothaches can happen at any time and anywhere and hit when you least expect them too. That is why our dentist, Dr. Greg Ortman in Lafayette, Indiana, is happy to share some information about toothaches with you, so you can have relief until you are able... read more »
Electric toothbrushes are handy oral hygiene tools that can properly and effectively clean your smile each and every day. Today, our dentist, Dr. Greg Ortman, would like to tell you why you should use an electric toothbrush so you can understand the many benefits offered by this tool. Now remember: You can achieve and maintain strong and healthy teeth, gums,... read more »
Your tooth enamel plays an important role in giving your teeth the necessary hardness to process the foods you eat, while also helping to protect the sensitive core structures within. When tooth enamel is gradually demineralized by poor oral hygiene habits, and acidic beverages it can lead to issues with tooth decay and increasing tooth sensitivity. As tooth enamel demineralized... read more »
Even if you wear a protective mouth guard during sports, some of the soft tissues on your mouth and face could still be at risk of trauma from an accidental fall or blow to the head. If your lip, cheek, or other soft oral tissues have been harmed, you might need to apply some basic first-aid while seeking emergency care... read more »
