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Bitewing X-Rays Provide Early Detection of Tooth Decay in Back Teeth
posted: Nov. 09, 2015.
One of the most widely used forms of dental imaging is the bitewing x-ray. So called because of the shape of the device that holds the exposable film a Read more -
Timing is Everything When Replacing a Teenager's Missing Tooth
posted: Oct. 27, 2015.
There are good reasons, for both health and appearance, to replace a missing tooth with a dental implant or similar restoration as soon as is practical. The bone around Read more -
Survey Says: They'd Rather Have a Root Canal
posted: Oct. 19, 2015.
Which would you rather have — the flu or a root canal procedure? Nearly 80 percent of people recently surveyed by the American Association of Endodontists wisely chose the Read more -
Implant Placement in the 'Smile Zone' Requires Extra Attention
posted: Oct. 18, 2015.
Dental implants are popular with both patients and dentists for their durability and likeness to natural teeth. That natural look, though, can be difficult to attain, especially in what’s Read more -
Early Orthodontic Treatment Could Lessen Severity of Certain Bite Problems
posted: Oct. 10, 2015.
You’ve been concerned for some time about your child’s bite, so you’ve visited an orthodontist for an evaluation. Even though your child is quite young and still with primary Read more -
5 Warning Signs You May Have Gum Disease
posted: Oct. 02, 2015.
Periodontal (gum) disease, a bacterial infection caused by plaque, is one of the most prevalent and destructive dental conditions. Left untreated it can eventually lead to tooth and bone Read more -
Implant-Supported Dentures - a Better Fit with Excessive Bone Loss
posted: Sep. 24, 2015.
Some patients who wear dentures face a kind of Catch-22: their denture fit may have loosened and become uncomfortable over time due to continued bone loss, yet the same Read more -
Know the Risks and Benefits for Same-Day Tooth Replacement
posted: Sep. 16, 2015.
While there’s usually a period of months between implant placement and the permanent crown, a new technique known as same-day tooth replacement installs both the implant and a temporary Read more -
Use Partial Dentures Wisely to Protect Your Future Oral Health
posted: Sep. 08, 2015.
Dentures, removable restorations for missing teeth and gum tissue, can take a number of different forms, but are usually of two different types: complete and partial. A complete denture Read more -
Consider Saving a Tooth Before you Decide to Replace it
posted: Aug. 29, 2015.
Dental implants are the ideal tooth replacement with their life-like appearance, high success rate and durability. If you have significant dental issues, they may seem like the perfect answer. Read more -
Keep a Close Eye on Your Dental Health While Undergoing Cancer Treatment
posted: Aug. 21, 2015.
As a cancer patient, you know how important radiation and chemotherapy are to overcoming the disease. But these treatments often come at a price to other aspects of your Read more -
5 Tips to Keeping a Healthy Mouth During Your College Years
posted: Aug. 13, 2015.
Many recent high school graduates will soon begin their first year in college, and for many it will be their first time living away from home. But with the Read more -
Some Birth Control Drugs Could Increase Risk of Gum Disease
posted: Aug. 05, 2015.
One of the health issues pregnant women should be concerned about is a higher risk of periodontal (gum) disease. But you don’t have to be pregnant to have an Read more -
A Retainer-Like Device can Preserve the Space Left by a Lost Primary Tooth
posted: Jul. 28, 2015.
Children losing their primary (“baby”) teeth is both natural and necessary. So, is it really that much of a concern if they lose one early? The answer is yes — Read more -
Anchorage Devices Enable Greater Precision During Orthodontic Treatment
posted: Jul. 20, 2015.
As a basic orthodontic appliance, braces are what allows us to move teeth into better positions to improve a person’s bite. In certain cases, though, this treatment application gets Read more -
Moving Just a Few Teeth can have Big Results
posted: Jul. 19, 2015.
Orthodontists are able to achieve attractive results with traditional braces moving several teeth into a better position. In a way, braces are the original “smile makeover.” But orthodontic treatment can Read more