The risk of cracking a tooth may not seem like an immediate concern. Most patients don’t give it a second thought until the damage is already done. It takes a lot to crack a tooth, right? As it turns out, cracked teeth are more common than most people realize—but just as painful as you’d expect! The dentists at Fioritto Family…
If you’re raising a teenager here in Concord, OH, there’s a good chance you will need to talk to Fioritto Family Dental about their wisdom teeth. Should wisdom teeth be removed? Are they impacted? Will they be a source of problems? They’re all valid questions. Wisdom teeth tend to make themselves known during the teenage years and sometimes well into…
Do you suffer from bruxism? Do you ever wake up in the morning with a headache or jaw pain? If so, you may have a minor case of bruxism—better known as ‘night grinding.’ The sore jaw and headaches come from clenching or grinding your teeth while you are asleep. Many of our patients experience this to varying degrees. Your dentist,…
Getting braces has long been one of life’s rites of passage for many children, teenagers, and adults. Some people opt for mail-order orthodontics, braces via sources such as SmileDirectClub and Candid in hopes of getting braces for less? On the surface, this may sound like a viable solution – You get a straighter smile for less. However, you often get…
When was the last time you brushed your teeth? Most of our patients tell us they brush at least once or twice a day.That’s a great start, but only half the battle. In addition to brushing, it’s important to floss your teeth regularly to help prevent periodontal gum disease like gingivitis and periodontitis. The good news is gum diseases are…