Many people feel conflicted about the option to remove your wisdom teeth. Our dentist, Dr. Dickson Ufomata with Leestown Dental Center in Lexington, Kentucky, understands the dilemma, which is why we are happy to talk to you about the importance of having them removed. Wisdom teeth are common in many people and create an alignment issue among their teeth. In... read more »

If you have questions about dentures, our dentist team is happy to provide the information you need to know if they are right for you. What do dentures feel like? At first, your dentures may feel a little loose until the cheek and tongue muscles acclimate and hole the dentures securely. You may also experience some soreness and irritation, as... read more »

Food for thought: if baby teeth fall out anyway, does it matter if we take care of them? And because they fall out, do they really change a child’s oral health? The answers are less intuitive than you might believe. Find out a tiny bit more about baby teeth, a condition defined as baby bottle tooth decay and what you... read more »

  Your oral health often depends on many factors. Even if your teeth are in good condition, they may not have the appearance that you are looking for. If you are hoping for an improved appearance through a tooth restoration, numerous treatments exist within the field of cosmetic dentistry to assist you. One highly effective treatment to consider is dental... read more »

The alignment of your teeth plays an important role in the appearance of your smile, as well as your ability to efficiently bite, chew and grind food. Misaligned teeth are often prone to chips, dental fractures, and chronic conditions that affect the integrity of the tooth enamel. As one misaligned tooth starts to wear on another you might not even... read more »

Have you ever heard of Invisalign®? Invisalign is a highly effective orthodontic aligner system designed to straighten teeth without the mess of wires and metal brackets that accompany traditional braces and orthodontic treatments. A metal-free treatment ensures your smile can be straightened without the burden of any social stigmas that can be placed on it. Here are just a few... read more »

Without daily dental care and regular professional treatment by a dentist, untreated dental problems can severely damage a tooth. If a dental problem such as tooth decay or periodontal disease becomes severe enough, it might lead to the loss of one or more teeth. In a severe case, Dr. Dickson Ufomata may need to extract the remains of the tooth... read more »

Plaque is a sticky film that clings to the teeth, attacks the smile, and alters your oral health if you let it. It is a dangerous substance that can promote tooth decay and gum disease. It’s important to remove it regularly otherwise your smile might reap the consequences. Plaque is made up of harmful bacteria that gather in the mouth.... read more »

If you want to help your baby to create a healthy body and healthy pearly whites, it’s imperative to be selective of the varieties of foods and drinks you consume while you’re pregnant. You can use the following ideas to assist your baby to develop healthy chompers. As always, chomping a variety of foods is still important during pregnancy. By... read more »

Do you have white cuts or a rash on your tongue and/or the walls of your cheeks? Are they raised and do they appear at all like cottage cheese? If so, you might have an ailment known as dental thrush or dental candidiasis. This infection is caused by the yeast fungus candida, and it can impact your oral cavity and... read more »