“No blood, no foul,” is a popular saying on basketball courts in parks and gyms everywhere. However, as a dentist who has often treated patients in emergency dental situations, I can tell you that blood is best avoided. This is no reason to avoid contact sports […]
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Dental implants can restore the appearance of your smile, as well as provide functional support for your mouth. While the process of getting a dental implant sounds intimidating, many people find it more than worth it. The key to a dental implant lies within the relationship […]
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Sedation dentistry is a dream come true for dentist-phobic children and their parents. Sedation dentistry is a safe practice that uses medication to calm a patient, adult, or child, during a dental procedure. Every dentist who performs sedation dentistry is trained in it and can calculate […]
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Cosmetic dentistry has been changing lives since the 1800s. It all began with the creation of the Jenkins porcelain enamel by Newell Sill Jenkins. From that moment on, Jenkins started a dental revolution that would help people forever. This historical information is fascinating, but you still […]
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A dental bridge is a term frequently used by dentists. But do you know what exactly it is and what they do? Not many people are educated on what they are and need to know more about them. So, what is a dental bridge? Keep reading […]
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Teeth whitening is a way to restore the color of the tooth enamel as close to its natural shade of white as possible. This is done by removing stains and debris from the surface of the teeth. Years of dark-colored beverages and simple exposure can darken […]
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Dental veneers are a custom fitted coating that covers teeth in order to hide imperfections. The thin shells are designed to mold to the front of the teeth and are made out of tooth colored materials such as resin or porcelain. Veneers are used to improve […]
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Periodontal disease is not just one disease, rather it’s used to describe a group of several diseases that work in progression to compromise your gum and tooth health. Each type can cause varying degrees of damage to your teeth and gums and it’s important to have […]
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Your dentist just informed you that you’ll need a dental implant, but what does that really mean? Dental implants are an option for people who have lost a tooth since their main purpose is filling in for the missing tooth. They keep your mouth functioning properly […]
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A dental implant is an alternative to conventional crown and bridge placements. It also serves as an anchor for dentures or stands alone as a single implant and cap. Dental implants are placed into the jaw, beneath the gum line, where they remain permanently. Dental implants […]
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