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Immediate Implants can Reduce Treatment Steps and Time
posted: Mar. 21, 2014.
Dental implants provide a number of advantages as a tooth replacement system, like durability and imperviousness to decay or gum disease. Bone naturally grows and attaches to the titanium Read more -
Top 5 Tips for Good Oral Hygiene
posted: Mar. 12, 2014.
It’s a recognized goal of modern dentistry to help you keep your natural teeth clean and disease-free, so you’ll be able to enjoy them for your whole life. But Read more -
Your Osteoporosis Treatment Could Affect Your Tooth Restoration Options
posted: Mar. 04, 2014.
Your skeletal system plays an essential role in your physical well-being. Not only do bones physically support the body and protect internal organs, they also store minerals, produce blood Read more -
Planning and Preparation are Critical to Dental Implant Success
posted: Feb. 24, 2014.
Dental implants are one of the best tooth replacement systems available. But while they can rejuvenate patients’ smiles and potentially provide a lifetime of service, they require thorough planning Read more -
Diagnosing the Exact Injury is Key to Treating Jaw Pain
posted: Feb. 21, 2014.
Your lower jaw is an integral part of eating, speaking and other tasks involving the mouth. But what happens if you suffer an injury to one of the two Read more -
Teeth Whitening Safety Depends on the Right Product Used in the Right way
posted: Feb. 13, 2014.
Tooth whitening procedures and products have become increasingly popular over the last two decades. There are two main sources of application: professional procedures performed in a dentist’s office; and Read more -
It Can Pay to Spend on Dental Implants
posted: Feb. 05, 2014.
If you’re missing a tooth, you’re not alone; in fact 35 million Americans are missing all of their teeth in at least one jaw! Whether it’s one tooth or Read more -
Genetics and your Gums
posted: Jan. 28, 2014.
It is sometimes hard to believe all of the features and characteristics that we inherit from our parents. Whether you're tall, short, blue-eyed or blonde, you can usually attribute Read more -
The Top 5 Things to Know About Orthodontic Retainers
posted: Jan. 24, 2014.
Whether they come as removable devices or wires permanently attached behind the front teeth, orthodontic retainers have a crucial job to do in your mouth. Here's the skinny on Read more -
Your Oral Surgeon is an Important Player on Your Dental Healthcare Team
posted: Jan. 16, 2014.
During most of your life, your dental healthcare will be mainly provided by your general dentist. Sometimes, though, certain situations and conditions call for the skills of a dental Read more -
Root Canal Treatment: A First-Timer's Guide
posted: Jan. 08, 2014.
It’s often said that thereâ??s a first time for everything: Driving a car by yourself; getting your first “real” job; even… having a root canal? Now don’t get us wrong Read more -
The Top Ten Main Causes of Bad Breath
posted: Dec. 31, 2013.
Nobody wants “halitosis,” commonly known as bad breath. Americans spend an estimated $3 billion per year on breath freshening products like candies, chewing gum and sprays, but that really Read more -
Preserve Your Teeth as They Age and Avoid Excessive Wear
posted: Dec. 23, 2013.
As life spans have increased over the last century so has the importance of maintaining good oral health. Teeth are such a critical component in good nutrition and disease Read more -
It Could be More Than a Tooth You're Losing
posted: Dec. 20, 2013.
There’s more to tooth loss than you might think. Because teeth are part of a larger system that facilitates speaking, eating and digestion, a lost tooth could eventually affect Read more -
TLC for Your Toothbrush
posted: Dec. 12, 2013.
Your toothbrush serves the invaluable purpose of minimizing bacterial buildup (plaque) that can irritate gums and lead to periodontal disease, infection of the bone and tissues supporting your teeth. Read more -
Dental Amalgam Fillings Remain a Safe and Reliable Tooth Restoration Option
posted: Dec. 04, 2013.
Metal amalgam fillings for dental caries have been used since the mid 19th Century. Although newer, “natural color” filling materials have become available, amalgam remains a standard choice among Read more