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A Root Canal Can Stop Tooth Decay and Save Your Tooth
posted: Feb. 21, 2019.
Tooth decay can wreak more havoc than just producing cavities. It can work its way into the innermost parts of the tooth — the pulp and tiny passageways called Read more -
Test You're Brushing and Flossing Success with a Plaque Disclosing Agent
posted: Feb. 16, 2019.
Brushing and flossing your teeth provides a lot of benefits, including a brighter smile and fresher breath. But the primary benefit—and ultimate goal—is removing dental plaque. This biofilm of Read more -
'Get Rid' of Those Unattractive Teeth with Porcelain Veneers
posted: Feb. 11, 2019.
Those unattractive teeth you see in the mirror are what are standing between you and a truly beautiful smile. If only you could make them go away.In a way, Read more -
Legal or Not, Marijuana Poses a Health Risk to Your Gums
posted: Feb. 06, 2019.
Proponents of legalized marijuana have won phenomenal gains over the last decade. Despite the federal government's continuing criminalization of the drug, several states including California, Colorado and Massachusetts, have Read more -
Topical Fluoride can Enhance Your Child's Dental Care
posted: Feb. 01, 2019.
More than likely your child already receives fluoride from your drinking water or toothpaste. So, is it really necessary for them to receive topical fluoride during their regular office Read more -
Implant-Supported Dentures Could Boost Your Jawbone Health
posted: Jan. 27, 2019.
People have depended on dentures for generations—and they still do. That's because they work, both in restoring dental function and a smile marred by missing teeth.But they have one Read more -
You may Need Orthodontic Treatment Before Obtaining Implants
posted: Jan. 22, 2019.
You have a lot of options for replacing missing teeth, from state-of-the-art dental implants to affordable, but effective partial dentures. But if the teeth in question have been missing Read more -
4 Ways to Check on Your Brushing and Flossing Effectiveness
posted: Jan. 17, 2019.
For most of us, brushing and flossing is a routine part of daily life. But has it become such a routine that you may not be getting the most Read more -
Flossing Daily Around Implants will Help Prevent Losing Your Bridge
posted: Jan. 12, 2019.
Implant-supported fixed bridges are growing in popularity because they offer superior support to traditional bridges or dentures. They can also improve bone health thanks to the affinity between bone Read more -
4 Things that can Cause Gum Recession and What to do About Them
posted: Jan. 07, 2019.
Besides attractively showcasing your teeth, your gums protect your teeth and underlying bone from bacteria and abrasive food particles. Sometimes, though, the gums can pull back or recede from Read more -
Clean Your Implants Just Like you Clean Your Natural Teeth
posted: Jan. 02, 2019.
Dental implants to replace teeth are a popular choice as much for their durability as their life-likeness. Most implants last for decades, which can result in lower long-term maintenance Read more -
New Year, New Smile
posted: Dec. 28, 2018.
As December brings the old year to a close, it’s a great time to set goals for the year to come. This might include a major life change, such Read more -
Bitewing X-Rays Safely 'Reveal all' About Back Teeth to Prevent Tooth Decay
posted: Dec. 23, 2018.
Modern dental care wouldn’t be the same without x-rays. Since dentists began capturing x-ray images a century ago to detect beginning tooth decay, billions of teeth have been preserved.“Catching Read more -
A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
posted: Dec. 18, 2018.
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of Read more -
What You Should Know About Veneers for Teenagers
posted: Dec. 13, 2018.
Porcelain veneers are a great way to enhance an unattractive smile. But are they appropriate for teenagers? The answer usually depends on a patient’s current development stage and the Read more -
Moderate Your Child's Juice Drinking to Lower Tooth Decay Risk
posted: Dec. 08, 2018.
Along with daily brushing and flossing, limiting your child’s sugar consumption is an important way to prevent tooth decay. We all know the usual suspects: candy, sugar-added snacks and Read more