When you want to improve the shade of your teeth and get a brighter smile, treatments that whiten your teeth can help. At Eriks Dental Group, we offer professional teeth whitening that removes stains from soda, coffee, wine, tobacco, and general wear and tear or aging. During a visit to our Boynton Beach office, Dr. …
To maintain your oral health, it’s important to have an at-home oral hygiene routine. If you don’t care for your teeth and gums properly, it could impact your overall health. At Eriks Dental Group, our dentist in Boynton Beach, FL teaches our patients oral hygiene tips, including how to pick the right toothbrush. Regular dental …
Have you ever felt a sharp pain in your mouth when sipping a hot drink or biting into a cold morsel? Teeth sensitivity is a common form of pain and discomfort, indicating that there may be a bigger issue at the root of the problem. Whether it affects a single tooth or several teeth, teeth …
Sugar is a common food in the diet. People use this sugar often, especially when they are having cake or other desserts. However, sugar can be bad for teeth, and it can also cause cavities. This article looks at how sugar affects your teeth and affects your oral health as well as how best to …
As our teeth wear down over time, they sometimes start to show signs of decay and breakage. When we lose many teeth, it’s a common event for them to be replaced with dentures. In this article, learn how they work. What Are Dentures? Dentures replace missing teeth, either completely or partially. If you’re missing several …
Dental visits should be scheduled regularly and not just when you think you have a problem. At Eriks Dental Group, we believe preventive dentistry is important. Having regular dental exams and cleanings with Dr. Ty Eriks helps ensure your oral health and overall health stay intact. We recommend an annual dental exam and biannual cleanings …
Have you been wondering if you need to get your wisdom teeth removed? Well, the short answer? It depends. Not sure where you fall? The dental specialists at Eriks Dental Group break it all down! What Are Wisdom Teeth? Humans develop three sets of teeth during their lifetimes: your 20 baby teeth would have started …
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Are you struggling with bad breath? Perhaps a loved one carries an unpleasant odor? Bad breath is a common problem that can be caused by natural conditions or poor dental habits. Luckily, there are ways to overcome the issue, such as teeth cleaning and a change of diet. Formerly known as halitosis, bad breath is …
Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease. Gingivitis is caused by poor oral hygiene habits such as over-brushing or under-brushing teeth. It is also caused by certain medications and conditions. It is a condition that should be taken seriously, as it can be bad for your overall health. Here are some of the dangers …
One moment you’re enjoying a snack of pretzels or candy, and the next you’re grimacing in pain — you’ve just gotten a chipped tooth. What do you do now? Though your teeth are covered with a hard enamel, it can wear down over time. Crunching down on something hard can be the last straw that …