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Paying Attention to Certain Factors Helps Ensure Successful Implant Outcomes
posted: Jan. 23, 2021.
Implants are highly regarded by both dentists and patients for their versatility and durability. But it’s their life-like appearance that “seals the deal” as the restoration of choice — not Read more -
Even with Mercury, Dental Amalgam is a Safe Choice for Tooth Filling
posted: Jan. 13, 2021.
One of the top concerns in public health today is exposure to the metallic element mercury within the environment. At abnormal levels, mercury can have a toxic effect on our Read more -
Flexible RPDs - a Sound, Temporary Way To Replace Missing Teeth
posted: Jan. 03, 2021.
The timing around losing a tooth may not always sync with your financial ability. It's not unusual for people to postpone getting a dental implant—by far the best option for Read more -
What to do if Your Child has a Toothache
posted: Dec. 24, 2020.
When your child says they have a toothache, should you see your dentist? In most cases, the answer is yes.And for good reason: their “toothache” could be a sign of Read more -
Use Sweetener Substitutes Wisely to Reduce Sugar in Your Diet
posted: Dec. 14, 2020.
Although a variety of foods provide energy-producing carbohydrates, sugar is among the most popular. It’s believed we universally crave sugar because of the quick energy boost after eating it, or Read more -
3 Reasons Why Dental Implants Are a Sound 'Smile' Investment
posted: Dec. 04, 2020.
In looking at options to replace your missing teeth, you might have heard others rave about dental implants. You're almost sold on this innovative restoration method—but you're a little skittish Read more -
Some Patients Might Need Antibiotics Before Routine Dental Work
posted: Nov. 24, 2020.
Office cleanings and other minor procedures are a routine part of regular dental care. For some people, though, a routine visit could put them at slight risk for a serious Read more -
3 Possible Timing Scenarios for Getting Your New Implant
posted: Nov. 14, 2020.
If you have a problem tooth we’ve recommended removing, those “Tooth in one day” ads—a tooth removed and an implant placed at the same time—might start to pique your interest. Read more -
Keep Your New Straightened Smile Straight With an Orthodontic Retainer
posted: Nov. 04, 2020.
You can't correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should be. Read more -
There Are a Lot of Bacteria in Your Mouth but Only a Few Mean You Harm
posted: Oct. 25, 2020.
Say “bacteria,” especially in the same sentence with “disease” or “infection,” and you may trigger an immediate stampede for the hand sanitizer. The last thing most people want is to Read more -
Watch for these 4 Signs of Gum Disease
posted: Oct. 15, 2020.
Your smile may look healthy, but something quite unhealthy may be going on behind it. Unbeknownst to you, periodontal (gum) disease could even now be damaging tissues and bone that Read more -
Could a Metal Allergy Stop You From Getting Dental Implants?
posted: Oct. 05, 2020.
The subject of allergies covers a wide swath in medicine. Among other things, people have allergic reactions to animal fur, various foods and plant pollen. The effects are equally wide-ranging, Read more -
Regular Flossing not Your Thing? Try an Oral Irrigator
posted: Sep. 25, 2020.
One of the keys to a healthy mouth is daily oral hygiene. These tasks have one objective: remove plaque, a thin film of bacteria and leftover food particles, from tooth Read more -
Are Lasers the Future for Treating Advanced Tooth Decay?
posted: Sep. 15, 2020.
Advanced tooth decay is a serious dental problem that can threaten an affected tooth's survival. But for decades now dentists have reliably used root canal treatment to better a decayed Read more -
Preventing Gum Disease Could Help More Than Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Sep. 05, 2020.
The top cause for adult tooth loss isn't decay or trauma—it's periodontal (gum) disease. The disease may begin with the gums, but it can ultimately damage underlying bone enough to Read more -
3 Reasons Why Orthodontics is Worth the Effort - at Any Age
posted: Aug. 26, 2020.
Think braces and you may conjure up the image of a teenager undergoing what is for many adolescents a rite of passage. But while correcting poor bites (malocclusions) is usually Read more
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