Did you know that cavities can form anywhere on a tooth? Cavity-causing bacteria can attack all areas of a tooth, including the top, the sides and the root, if it's exposed. A smooth surface cavity may appear on the side or the circumference of a tooth. The good news is, a dental professional can treat this type of cavity and prevent it from ...Read More

Baking soda is one of those products that seems to be a “miracle worker on a shelf.” People recommend it for so many different things -- but is it really all that good? Should you be brushing your teeth with baking soda?   While it can have some tempting whitening abilities for your teeth, at Dr. Mahvelati clinic ...Read More

We all experience tooth sensitivity from time to time, whether it’s because we have a growing cavity, we’ve eaten something too hot or too cold, or because of jaw-related injuries. Regardless, tooth sensitivity prevents us from enjoying our favorite foods and living life to the fullest.   But you don’t have ...Read More

Braces are a type of orthodontic treatment that orthodontists use to help correct overcrowded or crooked teeth. Braces can also help correct an overbite.   According to the American Dental Association, abnormal bites become apparent between the ages of 6 and 12 years, when children get their adult teeth. Orthodontic treatmen ...Read More