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The Best Cosmetic Dentistry Options for Tooth Loss
Losing a tooth or several teeth due to an accident or decay can have a huge impact on your life. Not only is your self-confidence affected, but your body also responds to the missing tooth by shifting teeth, jawbone loss, and you may even have difficulty chewing or speaking. Getting a missing tooth replaced can […]
Is Water Floss Better for Your Teeth Than Regular Floss?
Flossing plays an instrumental role in removing plaque and food debris that gets stuck between your teeth that can contribute to cavities and gum disease [1]. Brushing simply can’t reach the tight spaces between teeth like floss can. It’s why the American Dental Association recommends flossing once per day for best results. There are many […]
Orthodontics for Every Age
Should adults get braces to straighten their teeth? The answer is yes, for many reasons. Most importantly, straight teeth are healthier teeth because they make oral hygiene easier. Straight teeth are not only easier to keep clean but enhance a person’s facial features. Nearly everyone, including friends, potential dates, prospective employers, clients, makes appearance-based judgments […]
Why Have My Teeth Become More Sensitive?
Pain from sensitive teeth can range from mild to extreme. If you suffer from tooth sensitivity, you know what it’s like to cringe at the thought of foods that are too hot, too cold, or even too sweet or spicy! Unfortunately, tooth sensitivity is usually the result of enamel damage. When our tooth enamel is […]
Want to Improve Your Smile in Less Time? These Options May Be for You
When you want to transform your smile but are worried about the time it’ll take to complete cosmetic treatment, consider that you may be able to get the smile of your dreams in less time! Although traditional cosmetic options usually take at least a couple appointments, the following options might be something to consider if […]
Toothpaste Allergies: Know the Symptoms
Brushing your teeth twice a day is important for keeping your teeth and gums healthy, but some people have an unusual problem when it comes to brushing their teeth: They are allergic to toothpaste. Toothpaste allergy is rare, and usually it involves an allergy to a specific ingredient in whatever brand of toothpaste the person […]
Which Type of Dental Sedation Is Right for You?
Which Type of Dental Sedation Is Right for You? Dental sedation is something many dentists now offer their patients with dental anxiety. It’s used during procedures that may not necessarily require sedation, but sedation is necessary in order for the patient to relax during treatment. Sedation choices are administered in different ways and will vary […]
Ask the Prosthodontist: How Much Do Dental Implants Cost? (Video)
As an effective an long-term solution for people suffering from missing, broken or infected teeth, a common question is, how much will dental implant treatment cost? I am often asked this question, and as the answer depends on multiple factors that are specific to the condition and needs of the individual patient, I have developed […]
Preparing Lips for the Changing Seasons
Dry heat in our homes causes the humidity levels indoors to drop dramatically, and this can lead to dry skin, and dry lips. The skin on your lips is very thin, which is why it dries so quickly and shows such dramatic effects, usually much more quickly and often than the skin on your arms […]
Which Beverages Erode Tooth Enamel?
Tooth enamel is the substance that protects the softer tissues of our teeth from decay, infection, staining, and more. Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be damaged. In fact, tooth enamel is porous, which means it can be affected by the things that we eat […]
Are There Different Types of Gum Disease?
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is a devastating infection that is actually the leading cause of tooth loss for older adults. There are indeed different types of gum disease, all of which result from similar bacteria and all of which can severely damage your smile. The good news is that all forms of gum […]
What to Expect During an Oral Cancer Screening
During one of your regular dental checkups and professional cleanings, your dentist will most likely want to conduct an oral cancer screening. An oral cancer screening is a simple exam that your dentist performs in order to ensure you don’t have any signs or symptoms of oral cancer. Every year, nearly 50,000 Americans are diagnosed […]
Signs you may be at risk for gum disease
Gum disease is something that is common among many people, and can have a serious impact on one’s health if not identified and treated early. It can be treated though if you visit a dentist on a regular basis and practice good oral health on a regular basis. While this may sound like dental care […]
How Winter Olympians Protect Their Smile
The 2018 Winter Olympics are in full swing! These athletes train for often hundreds if not thousands of hours to be able to compete at this prestigious event. Healthy teeth are more than just a pretty smile for these Olympians. A healthy smile has been linked to a lower risk for systemic diseases such as […]
Smile Confidently with Zoom! Professional Teeth Whitening
Zoom! Professional Teeth Whitening is a professional whitening treatment that is performed in the dental office. Over-the-counter whitening products and whitening toothpastes contain modest amounts of whitening ingredients and can’t whiten your teeth as effectively as professional whitening can. Whitening in a dental office is safe because your gums are protected from the whitening agents, […]
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