The perfect smile can be yours with dental crowns and veneers. Did you know two of the most highly effective kinds of tooth restoration therapies for improving the look of your smile are dental crowns and dental veneers, as both treatments cap or conceal troublesome areas of your teeth, but in different ways? To learn more about the spectacular benefits... read more »

Do you floss your teeth every day and brush at least twice a day for two minutes at a time? Do you schedule an appointment with your dentist twice a year? Do you use mouthwash? Have you ever wondered if there’s anything else you should consider doing for your teeth? You can. Your diet can have an immediate effect on... read more »

What are the effects of gum disease on a healthy smile? With gum disease, it may appear that your teeth are getting longer or that your gums are becoming more flushed with color. Without the proper care for your teeth, it is possible you will begin to experience signs of gum disease. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is... read more »

If you have any lost or missing teeth, it is imperative to replace them as soon as possible. Empty gaps left behind in your mouth can become havens for bad bacteria, and your gums can loosen, causing other nearby teeth to rotate and move. Dental implants can fill in the void, and strengthen your jaw and your smile. For more... read more »

Do you know what you would do about a dental emergency? Do you ever wonder what qualifies as a dental emergency? In reality, there are a few issues you should know about—and a few things you can do to address these emergencies. Would you be surprised to hear that a tooth falling out is an emergency? If you’re able to... read more »

Gum disease has two different stages: the gingivitis stage and the periodontitis stage. Both of these stages are harmful for your smile, but one is milder than the other. To help you know more about these stages so you better understand the disease, our Donald H Bohne DDS PA dental team is happy to provide the following information: Gingivitis Gingivitis... read more »

If you watched anything having celebrities in it this year, you may have noticed something about all the smiling actors. They all have flawless teeth and smiles. It can make you self-conscious about your own teeth and maybe even think of getting a procedure done. If you’ve ever wanted a smile as beautiful as theirs, then you might want to... read more »

The tooth enamel layer on each tooth is meant to have the durability to handle chewing and grinding the foods you eat. While it is rare, there are some situations that can cause a fracture or crack in a tooth. In most of these cases, you will likely experience heightened sensitivity, discomfort and possibly pain. A situation this serious call... read more »

Brushing your teeth requires effective tools. If the tools you are using to clean your teeth are not up to a high standard of cleanliness and in good working condition, they will fail to do their jobs and potentially create additional risks. If a toothbrush is left on a counter, the brush head can collect dust and germs that will... read more »

Dr. Donald Bohne is proud to be a member of the American Dental Association. Our patients truly appreciate the patient-first promise that he and other ADA dentists made as part of the association’s code of ethics. When a dentist joins the ADA, he or she makes five pledges in the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Personal Conduct. You... read more »