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When it comes to sugar, there is no shortage of this ingredient in most American diets. Desserts, pastries, pre-packaged snacks, and sweetened beverages are available in almost any store you enter. While most people understand how high sugar contents in foods affect their weight, many people overlook how sugary beverages negatively affect their teeth. There… Continue reading

Brushing and flossing your teeth are the best ways to avoid serious oral health issues like decay and gingivitis. These two habits are necessary to protect your smile between dental visits. Your mouth can also benefit from using mouthwash on a regular basis. Mouthwash is a useful tool in the fight against tooth decay, gum… Continue reading

What any dentist wants you to know is that a toothache is the symptom of a severe underlying cause. The teeth are unique features of the body in that each tooth is a living feature. Each tooth has its own specific root system, nerves, and direct blood supply. When there is damage or infection present… Continue reading

Thanks to the advancements in dentistry over the past couple of decades, having a tooth restored does not need to compromise the appearance of your smile. Your smile is one of your most personable assets – one that you can easily share with anyone around you. It is also one of the characteristics that mark… Continue reading

You only get one set of permanent teeth in your lifetime, so it is vitally important that you make healthy choices to protect your smile. One of the most overlooked aspects of good oral health is a person’s diet. We all know that what you eat impacts your weight and overall health. But what you… Continue reading

Porcelain veneers are a cosmetic dental procedure that is designed to improve the color, size, and shape of your teeth. Many celebrities have used porcelain veneers to achieve that winning smile. Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made porcelain tooth covers attached to the front of the teeth. They can correct gaps, chips, and minor alignment issues.… Continue reading

TRIO 3 Shape Digital Scanner MachineLike other healthcare professions, the face of dentistry is changing due to innovations in technologies. While these advancements streamline dental examinations and treatment, they also make visits more enjoyable and comfortable for patients. This is great news, as many people continue to avoid the dentist due to dental anxiety or… Continue reading

Our schedules are busy with kids going back to school and after school activities. We cannot let our busy schedules keep us from neglecting our children’s dental health. Maintaining regular dental check-ups are just as important as well visits for your children with their pediatrician. During the summer kids tend to be more relaxed in… Continue reading

Did you know that dental implants have been traced back to the Mayans in 600 AD? Dental implants were in the form of shells replacing the missing tooth. Dental implants started to become more common in the 1950s with the discovery of titanium fusing to the bone. Today’s dental implants have come a long way… Continue reading

While some dental concerns require immediate attention, such as a knocked out tooth or a painful abscess, others cause one to question if it is a true emergency. Perhaps you’re wondering, “If I lose a dental filling, do I need to call the dentist right away?” “What if my tooth becomes cracked when I bite… Continue reading