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Here's What You Can Expect With Dental Implant Surgery
updated: Sep. 02, 2021
Getting dental implants is going to require surgery. But don't let that concern you—it's a relatively minor procedure. Currently the “gold standard” for tooth replacement, an implant consists of a Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
The Details About Your Tooth Sensitivity Pain can tell you a Lot About the Cause
updated: Aug. 28, 2021
Tooth sensitivity can be quite uncomfortable. But the glancing pain you feel may be more than an irritation — it may also be telling you there’s a deeper problem Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Stay Ahead of Decay-Spreading Root Cavities
updated: Aug. 23, 2021
Finding out you have a cavity isn't the best of news. But finding out it's a root cavity is even worse: if not treated, the decay can spread more Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Cracked Mouth Corners: How to Resolve This Irritating Problem
updated: Aug. 18, 2021
In addition to the usual tooth and gum problems, dentists also see patients with soft tissue infections in and around the mouth. One of the more common of these Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
5 Tips Students (and Everyone Else) Should Heed for Healthy Teeth and Gums
updated: Aug. 13, 2021
Though it sounds like an elite academic society, "The Freshman 15" is anything but. The phrase stands for the weight, pegged at 15 pounds, that many incoming students gain Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Implants Could Help Preserve Bone After Tooth Loss
updated: Aug. 08, 2021
Losing teeth can make it more difficult to eat, not to mention the effect it can have on your smile. But that could be just the beginning of your Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Tips to Getting the Dental Care You Need, Even on a Tight Budget
updated: Aug. 03, 2021
If your budget gets squeezed, cutting non-essential expenses can be a wise move. But think twice before lumping dental care into that category—postponing dental visits or treatment could put Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Dental Treatment Depends on What's Really Causing Your Tooth Pain
updated: Jul. 29, 2021
Not all toothaches are alike: Some are sharp and last only a second or two; others throb continuously. You might feel the pain in one tooth, or it could Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Could Your Metal Allergy Keep You From Obtaining Dental Implants?
updated: Jul. 24, 2021
Dental implants are today’s closest restorative facsimile to natural teeth. And they’re versatile: not only can they replace single teeth but they can also support bridges or dentures. But since Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Craft a Custom Care Plan by Identifying Your Individual Risk for Tooth Decay
updated: Jul. 19, 2021
Although we've known for some time how tooth decay forms, it's still prevalent across the population—even more so than cancer or heart disease. Along with gum disease, it's a Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Not to Let a Dental Injury Ruin Your Summer Vacation
updated: Jul. 14, 2021
After a year of lockdowns and other COVID-19 restrictions, people are itching this summer to get back out into the great outdoors. The good news is that quite a Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A Better Version of a Denture or Bridge With Dental Implants
updated: Jul. 09, 2021
A wise sage once said the largest room in the world is the "room for improvement." Indeed, many modern advances would never have happened if someone hadn't first asked, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Although It Sounds Exotic, This Mouth Sore Isn't a Big Concern
updated: Jul. 04, 2021
Most of what goes on inside our mouths—good or bad—is fairly predictable. But every now and then, people encounter something out of the ordinary. A good example is lichen Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Cheese and Other Dairy Contribute to Healthier Teeth and a More Photogenic Smile
updated: Jun. 29, 2021
Here's a bit of magic: Hold your smart phone camera in front of someone and say, "Cheese!" More times than not, they'll break into a smile. No one knows Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Reduce Your Oral Cancer Risk with Better Diet and Lifestyle Choices
updated: Jun. 24, 2021
You probably know practicing healthy dietary and lifestyle habits can help prevent tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But good habits could also lower your risk for a more Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
An Eating Disorder May Show Itself in The Mouth
updated: Jun. 19, 2021
Although dental care is our primary focus, we dentists are also on the lookout for other health problems that may manifest in the mouth. That's why we're sometimes the Read moreCategory: Oral Health
