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Botox or Surgery?
How is Botox different from regular plastic surgery? The world has changed and continues to do so at a breathtaking rate. The list of things that we believed was inevitable and out of our control is rapidly dwindling, and nowhere is that more apparent than in our refusal to accept the limitations and appearance of […]
- Posted on: Mar 23 2018
Dental Implants Increasing Popularity
Why have dental implants become so popular? Dental implants may be experiencing a surge in popularity, but they have been around far longer than most people realize. Scholars believe that the Egyptians, whose civilization started roughly 4,000 B.C. in Africa, used carved shells or stones to replace missing teeth. About seven centuries later and 7,000 […]
- Posted on: Feb 21 2018
Preventing Dental Abscesses
What causes a tooth to become abscessed and are there ways to prevent it? Not all that long ago, a dental exam meant sitting in a fairly scary-looking chair, under an intensely bright light, while the dentist decided what painful procedure he was going to do first. Everyone can agree that there is nothing to […]
- Posted on: Jan 26 2018
Mouth Guards: Types and Functions
Is it worth the constant effort to get my child to wear his mouth guard? There is an old saying, usually attributed to Benjamin Franklin, “…in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Most of us, no doubt, could come up with a list of other things that we […]
- Posted on: Dec 28 2017
Ways to Prevent Dental Erosion
What causes dental erosion and how can it be prevented? The thin, outer part of the tooth is the enamel shell, which is the hardest tissue in the body. It serves as a protective layer from chemicals, hot and cold temperatures and the daily abuse from biting, chewing and grinding. Even though it is tough […]
- Posted on: Dec 26 2017
Pros and Cons of Porcelain Veneers
What are the advantages of porcelain veneers? Porcelain dental veneers are extremely thin, custom-made pieces of porcelain, bonded to the front surface of existing teeth, to change the shape, size, position and color in an effort to recreate the natural look of teeth. These veneers are also comparable to tooth enamel in strength and resilience. […]
- Posted on: Oct 23 2017
Bruxism
Is grinding your teeth at night something to see your dentist about? Bruxism is the technical term used when you grind or clench your teeth. This usually occurs at night and is known as sleep bruxism, but it may also happen while awake, even if the individual is unaware of it. Sleep bruxism is often […]
- Posted on: Sep 27 2017
What is Flap Surgery?
At what stage of gum disease is flap surgery recommended? Going for a routine dental exam and getting the “all clear” that everything looks good has to be one of the best feelings there is. No one wants to hear about cavities or loose fillings or other problems. Top of the list of things that […]
- Posted on: Aug 21 2017
Could Going to the Dentist Save Your Life?
Is it true that dentists check for certain kinds of cancers during exams? There was a time when a great number of people would say that going to the dentist was about the worst thing imaginable. Many professions have seen improvement and nowhere is that more evident than in dentistry. Today’s state-of-the-art technology and equipment […]
- Posted on: Jun 19 2017
Periodontal Disease Treatment Methods
What kind of treatment options are available for periodontitis? The two main forms of periodontal disease, gingivitis and periodontitis, are caused by bacteria found in the plague that builds up on teeth. Proper brushing and flossing can remove a lot of the plague but what is missed can harden and form tartar, which requires a […]
- Posted on: May 22 2017