Small dental fractures and chips can damage your tooth enamel. They can be caused by a wide range of things. Grinding your teeth when you sleep, nibbling on desktop items, and using your teeth as tools, are just a few of the common causes of dental fractures. Even if the damage doesn’t cause discomfort, you should still seek treatment at... read more »

Accidents and emergencies are facts of life. At some time in our lives, we’ve all been to the emergency room at the hospital. But there can also be dental emergencies, just like there are other health emergencies. Do you know what to do in such an emergency? Here are some tips that you can use when a dental emergency happens.... read more »

CEREC® technology specializes in dental crowns and fillings. If you are looking to improve your oral health by covering and concealing your damaged teeth without the need to have them extracted and replaced, CEREC dental crowns can work to improve the role of your smile and its overall aesthetics. Listed below are some frequently asked questions in regard to CEREC... read more »

Lip injuries can range in severity. Most are minor and relate to some oral accident like nipping your lip while eating a quick snack or chewing gum. However, there are other times when a more serious issue could cause a very serious lip injury, that requires timely first aid, and possibly the attention of a trained oral care specialist. In... read more »

Stained tooth enamel can easily turn your smile a dull shade of yellow. The depth of the stains will directly influence the whitening methods advocated by Dr. Tom G. Schleicher. Brushing your teeth with a whitening toothpaste or applying whitening strips to your smile can be a popular and convenient way of brightening minor surface stains. Unfortunately, the mild concentration... read more »

The long-term health of your mouth has a direct bearing on your overall quality of life. While your regular attendance to your dental exam and cleaning at Thomas G. Schleicher, DDS PLC is essential, you will also need to develop a consistent oral hygiene routine. Without both of these aspects, you are at heightened risk of developing gum disease, tooth... read more »

Have you planned ahead for a tooth extraction? In some instances, there may be no time to plan as a tooth must be removed to avoid further harm to your teeth and gums, but it you do have time to prepare, do so. Lay out a study plan on how you can properly rest and take care of your mouth... read more »

Cancer is a very serious illness that can strike at any age and any moment. In the United States, over 40,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer every year. If you begin to notice any irregularities in your oral health, get a checkup immediately, as the sooner cancer is detected the more likely you are to recover. Listed below... read more »

Did you know that it’s important for you to replace a missing tooth as quickly as possible? If you don’t, you could struggle to clean your teeth as well as you should. This can lead to gum disease or tooth decay. While there are many solutions for replacing missing teeth, please don’t forget to consider dental implants. Still, if you’d... read more »

Protecting your child’s teeth from cavities is important for their long-term oral health and overall quality of life. Beyond encouraging good oral hygiene habits, you can also prevent occlusal cavities from forming on the biting surfaces of your child’s molars and premolars with dental sealants. Dental sealants in Colonial Heights, Virginia, are basically durable, plastic, resin shields that Dr. Tom... read more »