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You have choices when it comes to replacing lost teeth: dentures, bridges, and dental implants. You may think there isn’t much of a difference between replacement options. However, each type of dental prosthesis has its own advantages. If you’re looking for a more permanent replacement for your teeth, dental implants may be the right choice… Continue reading Signs You May Need Dental Implants
The invention of braces started in the 1700s with a French physician named Pierre Fauchard. His original creation was a flat piece of metal connected to the wearer’s teeth by a thread. A mere 200 years later, dentist Edward Angle began using 14- and 18-karat gold to create brackets that would hold the teeth in… Continue reading How Do I Know If I Need Braces
It’s normal for children to have questions about going to the dentist. Usually, doctors and clinical environments mean something’s wrong. They don’t understand that this isn’t always true, especially not for dental checkups. The dentist will assess their teeth to address any issues before they can grow into a potential problem. It’s important you take… Continue reading How to Make Your Child’s Dental Checkup Go Smoothly
Practicing good oral hygiene means more than just keeping teeth clean and your breath fresh. Digestion starts in the mouth, making it a hotbed of bacteria. Brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash help control that bacteria and fight acid buildup. Taking time to strive for a healthy mouth is important. Did you know, though, that this… Continue reading What Signals Your Mouth Sends About Overall Health
In a dental emergency, you need to act quickly. A few hours can mean the difference between saving a tooth and losing it. At this time of year, with so many holiday parties – and so many opportunities to crunch candies, nuts, and ice from your cocktail (or to show off your decades-old breakdancing moves),… Continue reading Broken Tooth “After Hours?” Here’s What to Do
The holiday season can be a time to have fun and eat heartily; but moderation and good oral hygiene will avoid future problems with your teeth. Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa may offer plenty of sweets and special beverages that can damage teeth if we aren’t careful. Here are some tips from dentists to help prevent… Continue reading 11 Dental Tips for the Holidays
If you’re like about 85% of the population, you might be told by your dentist that your wisdom teeth need to be removed. Although it’s possible to spend your whole life with wisdom teeth intact with no problems, there are several reasons why it might be necessary for these teeth to be extracted (e.g. overcrowding,… Continue reading Wisdom Teeth Removal and Recovery
Your dental braces were designed to withstand chewing many types of food, but they are not immune to damage. Particular foods and habits can harm your braces and hamper your teeth’s realignment process. If you… Continue reading Foods to Avoid when Wearing Braces
There is a connection between oral health and your overall well-being. To improve both, there are certain lifestyle changes to consider. Learn how your everyday routine, your eating habits, and your patterns can affect how your mouth looks and feels. Medications such as antihistamines, painkillers, antidepressants, decongestants, and diuretics may reduce saliva flow. Saliva helps… Continue reading Lifestyle Changes Make Mouths Healthier: Feel Better, Get Stronger Overall
Dentists have several tools to help give patients quality dental care. Sometimes, a visual examination isn’t enough, and in those cases, x-rays provide a closer look. Dental x-rays let dentists see all of the intricacies of their patients’ mouth, including problematic areas. This allows them to diagnose oral problems more accurately and provides patients with… Continue reading Why Are X-Rays Important?
