No More Natural Teeth: Deciding Between Implants and Dentures

  • Dental Implants: Why Your Health Matters When You Want To Restore Your Smile With Implants

    10 October 2016

    Whether you have one missing tooth or you are tired of loose dentures, dental implant technology can be used to repair your smile. As long as you aren't a smoker and are in relatively good health, dental implants are an excellent option for you. When you have missing teeth and you are feeling self-conscious, dental implants are used to create a natural looking replacement that doesn't require special treatment once the work is finished.

  • 2 Cosmetic Applications To Improve The Look Of Crooked Teeth

    23 September 2016

    Sometimes, a dental misalignment does not strongly affect your bite. As a result, traditional braces may not be required to correct the appearance of the teeth. If you have crooked teeth and no serious bite issues, there are multiple cosmetic dental applications that could be used to improve the look of your smile. Here are a few of them: Veneers Dental veneers can be made of porcelain or resin. Each veneer is fashioned to look like the front of a tooth and is paper thin.

  • Alternatives To Traditional Dental Implants You May Want To Consider

    1 September 2016

    If you have severe tooth decay and missing teeth, you may know that your options for replacement are fairly limited. One of the most common options is to go with dental implants. The problem is, traditional dental implants may put a bad taste in your mouth due to a concern for pain or length of recovery time. You may be surprised to know there are some alternative options to traditional dental implant procedures.

  • Asthma, Cavities, and Children: Is There a Connection?

    16 August 2016

    Asthma and cavities are two common problems in children. Does this mean that there is a connection between the two? If so, then as a parent, what can you do to watch out for your child's oral health? Here's a look at the science behind the two to help you understand the potential connection. Millions of Children Suffer from Asthma Six million children suffer from asthma in the United States alone.

  • Steps To Take After A Tooth Is Dislodged At Work

    27 July 2016

    Although a workplace accident may be rare, there are instances in which an injury may occur in a work environment. Sometimes, an injury is limited to your teeth. For instance, an inadvertent blow to the mouth from a fall at work could result in a dislodged tooth. Here are some measures you should take to treat a dislodged tooth when the accident occurs at work: Locate your tooth. After an accident, you may be a bit disoriented, but it is necessary to locate your dislodged tooth if you wish to salvage it.

  • 2 Tips To Protect Your Gold Inlays And Onlays From Developing Cracks

    5 July 2016

    A decayed tooth can quickly contaminate nearby teeth if it is not treated. In order to treat your decayed tooth, your dentist will remove the decay and cover up the tooth using a filling, crown or inlays and onlays. Inlays and onlays are considered to be just as efficient as crowns and fillings. They are composed of a number of materials, including gold. Gold inlays and onlays can remain healthy for a long time when treated with care.

  • 3 Discreet Alternatives To Metal Braces

    23 June 2016

    Straightening your teeth does not have to be embarrassing. For many orthodontic patients, metal braces draw unwanted attention to the mouth. After all, the metal contrasts sharply with the natural white color of the teeth. Nevertheless, some teeth-straightening appliances can be quite discreet. Here a few orthodontic options that are less noticeable than conventional metal braces: Plastic Clear Aligners Plastic clear aligners are ridged plastic appliances that help shift the teeth into a straighter alignment.