October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »

If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »

When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »

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 »

It’s no mystery that sugary foods cause cavities, but why does this happen? Understanding the process of how cavities form will help you be better equipped to prevent them and stop their progression. Our dentistss, Dr. Napieralski, Dr. Wisniewski, Dr. Shayota and Dr. Anderson, are happy to explain the process of tooth decay so you’ll not only understand what not... read more »

Did you know that ice can damage your teeth? To many, it is surprising that ice can damage your teeth. Because it doesn’t contain sugars or artificial sweeteners like so many of the other things we like to snack on, they think it is safe. It’s just frozen water after all, but the way its hard-crystalline surface reacts with our... read more »

Not only can tobacco use put you at increased risk of medical and oral health conditions, the tar and other chemicals introduced to the mouth can quickly leave you with stained teeth. As the discoloration saturates your tooth enamel, it will likely prove increasingly difficult to whiten your smile with the tooth whitening products sold at the retail level. If... read more »

A significant dental fracture or a case of severe tooth decay can compromise a significant amount of tooth enamel. In many of these cases one of our skilled dentists can restore the physical presence and function of the tooth by installing a dental crown. These restorations are typically created from materials like porcelain-ceramic or other durable dental material. The dental crown is... read more »

When the time comes to improve your oral health, always make sure that you have effective oral hygiene routines in place and live a life that devoid of unhealthy habits and risks. Once your oral health is taken care of, the next stop you should make is seeking out treatments to improve the visual appearance of your smile. Although oral... read more »

Dental bonding is a top-notch cosmetic dental treatment our dental team, Dr. Todd A. Napieralski, Dr. Brian P. Wisniewski, Dr. Jomana S. Shayota, and Dr. Tyler Anderson, is thrilled to offer at Chelsea Family Dentistry to help you have the smile you have always wanted. So, if you wish to improve the appearance of your smile, they encourages you to... read more »