Many patients have turned to sedation dentistry to complete needed dental care that was previously impossible due to either severe anxiety, the inability to sit for extended periods or a myriad of other reasons. Dentists that wish to offer sedation dentistry to their patients must undergo...
We rely on our tongue for multiple functions … speaking clearly, tasting and chewing accurately, and swallowing correctly. Problems with the tongue that impact any of these functions are problematic and likely require a visit with the dentist. We figuratively bite our tongue to try to...
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Many people believe that the best way to remove stain and plaque is to scrub their teeth with a hard bristle brush using a heavy hand. In addition many tooth pastes and gels on the market today contain abrasive elements that can damage dental enamel,...
Teeth whitening is one of the most accepted forms of cosmetic dentistry offered today. Taking your smile from drab and dull to “Hollywood WOW” in one brief appointment is now readily available and more affordable than ever. Your cosmetic dentist can offer you the most powerful...
Patients considering a smile makeover should do their homework before selecting a cosmetic dentist. Recommendations from friends and family or a referral from the family dentist are great ways to find the perfect provider to perform your smile transformation. There are many ways to go about...
One major drawback of some tooth replacement devices is that they require adjustments to a patient’s normal oral hygiene routine. An appliance that restricts access to the gumline, like a dental bridge, necessitates additional tools for flossing. A dental implant, on the other hand, requires no...
You may have heard saliva described as “nature’s mouthwash.” And while the saliva we produce does wash away harmful bacteria, the dental benefits received from saliva make it more critical than just as a mouthwash. Saliva can be thought of as our own little biological defense...
For many people, their diet choices can explain the odor emanating from their mouth. But when chronic halitosis persists, a visit to the family dentist will identify the root cause. Strong foods like onions, garlic and many spicy meats and vegetables; or beverages like coffee and...
Dental crowns are ideal to save teeth damaged extensively from dental decay; teeth that have been broken or cracked; or as a final restoration for endodontic therapy or dental implants. Dental crowns have been the standard of treatment for many decades. The primary change that has...