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How Smoking Affects Dental Implant Surgeries

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If you are missing some teeth or getting an extraction, you may want to replace the gap with a dental implant. Dental implant surgeries usually have good success rates and are a great way to get a permanent restoration. However, if you are a smoker, you may wonder if you can get an implant. Read on to learn more about how smoking affects dental implants and how to improve your success rates.

9 November 2020

How to Manage Dental Care With a Child

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Teaching and promoting quality dental care can be tricky with toddlers, they may be terrible at brushing their teeth, or just not like the feeling of a toothbrush. A seemingly simple task can turn into a meltdown, despite a parent's efforts for trying to encourage a healthy habit. Emphasizing the importance of dental care with your child while they are still young can contribute to their overall health and promote great health habits as they grow.

2 July 2020

Can A Root Canal Save You Money?

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Root canals don't have the best reputation out there, but they're actually very useful techniques that can help to preserve a tooth. If you've been told that you might need a root canal, try not to panic. This guide will explain how you're going to benefit monetarily in the long run by saying yes to the root canal while also explaining what the process is like. No Need for a Tooth Replacement

16 December 2019

Getting Ready To Undergo A Root Canal Procedure

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A root canal can be one of the more stressful dental treatments to require. However, it can be an essential treatment when a tooth develops an infection. Treat The Root Canal As An Urgent Need Patients will often procrastinate when it comes to undergoing routine dental treatments. Sadly, this can lead to individuals failing to take prompt action to treat more serious dental problems as well. Failing to promptly have your root canal procedure done is a serious mistake that can lead to the infection, causing secondary complications.

11 November 2019

Depression And Dental Problems — It Is Time To Resolve Both

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Do you battle with dental problems and depression? When your teeth make you self-conscious, it can make living a normal life difficult — it can even contribute to depression. If you're living with dental problems and depression, it's time to take action and take your life back. Here, you'll find a few things that can help you break through the emotional jail that you're in and find that life truly is still worth living.

17 October 2019

Minimizing Denture Damage

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Once you lose most or all of the teeth in a palate, your dentist may prescribe a denture. To help keep your appliance in the best shape possible, it is important to care for it properly. Here are a few ways to minimize denture damage. Store the Denture Properly Dentures should be stored in a liquid whenever they are outside of the mouth. If a denture is allowed to dry out, the resin components of the appliance may become brittle.

25 September 2019

Here's How Getting A Dental Crown Can Make Your Bridge Treatment Better

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If you have more than one missing tooth, chances are a dental bridge is a good option for you. Dental bridges help to literally bridge the gap between remaining teeth, creating a row of artificial teeth that blend in perfectly with their real neighbors. However, how you go about getting that bridge could make a big difference in the health of your teeth. Here's what you need to know about dental bridges, crowns, and how you can ensure that your bridge experience is a good one.

29 August 2019

Tips For Selecting A Great Cosmetic Dentist

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Looking for a professional to help you get that perfect smile you have wanted for a while? If so, you need to find a cosmetic dentist that can help improve those imperfections that have been bugging you for years. Here are some things to look out for when searching for a great cosmetic dentist. Multiple Practice Areas You will want a cosmetic dentist that has multiple practice areas since you will likely need a few different procedures done to your teeth.

26 July 2019

Dental Benefits Of Chewing Sugar-Free Gum

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Chewing gum can be a healthy lifestyle choice, but only if the gum is sugar-free. Gum that contains sugar can heighten your risk for cavities, and may even raise your risk for developing oral fungal infections and gum disease. Here are some ways chewing sugarless gum can keep your mouth healthy: Reduces Oral Bacterial Counts One of the most common artificial sweeteners used in sugarless chewing gum is xylitol. It is thought to slow the growth of bacteria, including a certain strain of streptococcus, which is thought to play a role in the development of dental cavities.

30 June 2019

More Than Just A Crown: Dental Crowns Within A Bridge

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There are many different types of dental crowns. One common crown can be found in the form of a dental bridge. While a normal crown is placed to repair a tooth, a dental bridge is actually used to replace missing teeth.  For those who have decided to get a traditional dental bridge, there may be some trepidation for the actual process. A knowledge of the process may calm some nerves as well as allow for better preparation.

29 May 2019