No More Natural Teeth: Deciding Between Implants and Dentures

  • What Happens When You Get A Deep Dental Cleaning

    2 March 2022

    Did your dentist tell you that you need to get a deep dental cleaning performed, and you're not sure what that means? This procedure is also referred to as scaling and root planing, and it is often needed when someone has tartar below their gums that is much harder to remove.  The Dentist May Start On The Same Day  It's very possible that the dentist will want to start on your deep cleaning on the very same day.

  • Abscess Related Tooth Pain: Effective Treatment Options

    20 January 2022

    If you develop a severe infection of pulp inside your tooth, then you have an abscess. While a dental abscess may be asymptomatic, it can cause a throbbing toothache, gum inflammation, and a bad taste in your mouth when you bite down, which is caused by the bacteria-rich pus that is surrounding the infected tooth. If you develop any of these symptoms, see your family dentist as soon as possible. Here are some effective treatment options your dentist may recommend for relieving your abscess-related tooth pain.

  • First Time Going For A Family Dental Checkup? - What To Expect

    2 December 2021

    Given the numerous benefits of seeing a family dentist, you decided to visit one to keep your family dental care in check. Your first family dental checkup is almost due; what should you expect from the visit?  Interview and Examination Before performing any examination, your family dentist will begin by asking about your previous dental history. They will ask about any toothaches, sensitivity, or other tooth-related problems you may have experienced since your last visit.

  • Why You Shouldn't Delay The Placement Of Your Dental Implant

    25 October 2021

    Many dentists suggest the use of a dental implant to replace the roots of a lost tooth. Dental providers can perform implant procedures in their offices, using local anesthesia. During the treatment, the dentist drills the implant into the bone of the jaw. Due to the numbing medication, the placement is painless. The implant, which is made of titanium, is biocompatible. As a result, it is unlikely to be rejected by the body.

  • What to Know About Wisdom Teeth

    16 September 2021

    For the most part, you get all your permanent teeth before you are even an adult. However, as children turn into adults, their third molars or wisdom teeth start to erupt. Unfortunately, wisdom teeth are notorious for causing problems. If you would like to know more, keep reading. Why Do You Need Wisdom Teeth? Molars are important for grinding up food before you swallow. This makes foods easier to digest. In the past, the diet of human ancestors consisted of foods that needed more grinding, such as raw meats and leafy greens.

  • 4 Tips For An Effective Teeth Whitening Treatment

    2 August 2021

    Pearly white teeth allow you to show off a beautiful smile. However, it's natural for your teeth to begin to turn yellow over time. If you feel embarrassed about your teeth or you'd simply like your smile to look better, you can visit your dentist for cosmetic teeth whitening treatment. Here are a few tips that will help you get the most benefit from your teeth whitening treatment: 1. Select a natural white shade for your teeth

  • Three Surprising Things Braces Can Help With

    24 June 2021

    When people think about braces and their benefits, often they think of teeth straightening. While it's true that braces are the best method of straightening teeth available, their potential benefits don't stop with a nice-looking smile. Here are three other ways that braces can often help people out who have crooked teeth and abnormal bites, like an underbite or overbite.  Poor Pronunciation People who have seriously crooked teeth or a severe underbite or overbite sometimes have a bit of trouble with pronunciation.