Our aim is to have all concerns and issues known—to us and to you—and hopefully resolved before an emergency. We want everyone to have healthy, attractive, and stable teeth and smiles. (Nobody likes a toothache or broken tooth, especially since they never happen at convenient times.) This means that we see patients for many reasons […]
For many adults, the thought of wearing traditional metal braces for two to three years can feel overwhelming. While braces are effective, they often come with challenges—dietary restrictions, visible wires, and frequent adjustments. The good news is that advancements in orthodontics have created more comfortable, discreet, and efficient alternatives for adults who want straighter teeth […]
Dr. Fung answers:This is one of the most common questions I get from patients, and it’s an important one. Gum disease—also called periodontal disease—affects nearly half of adults over age 30 in some form, and many people don’t realize they’re at risk until symptoms become severe. What Is Gum Disease? Gum disease begins with gingivitis, […]
According to MedlinePlus, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health, about 80 percent of U.S. adults currently have some form of gum disease, ranging from gingivitis to serious periodontal disease. The prevalence of gum disease increases with age, because as we age, our teeth wear down, our gums […]
It’s a question many patients ask: “If my filling isn’t bothering me, why does it need to be replaced?” The short answer is that fillings don’t last forever, and even if they look fine or feel comfortable, hidden issues may already be developing beneath the surface. Replacing a filling before problems arise can save you […]
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) is pleased to announce that Deborah Fung, DDS, MAGD, of Roseville, Minnesota received the association’s Mastership Award during the AGD 2013 Annual Meeting & Exhibits, held from June 27 to 30 in Nashville, Tenn. The Mastership Award is the highest AGD honor available and one of the most respected […]
