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Surprising to some, the number of Americans with missing teeth is in the millions, making tooth loss common among adults. What’s more, many individuals across the country are missing all of their upper and/or lower teeth. While traditional dentures are a suitable option for some, others are turning to “all-on-four” implant dentures. Perhaps you are… Continue reading

Though a common and mild form of gum irritation, Gingivitis is a precursor to periodontal gum disease. Thus, it’s important to take it seriously and treat it promptly. In most cases, Gingivitis is a result of poor or inconsistent oral hygiene. Thus, it most often develops in those that do not brush and floss daily,… Continue reading

While one can expect to have occasional bad breath first thing in the morning or after eating a tuna sandwich, many individuals suffer from bad breath that lingers, even after popping a mint or rinsing with mouthwash. This is frustrating and embarrassing, to say the least. Yet, what dental professionals want people to know is… Continue reading

For teeth that are stained, discolored, chipped, broken or misaligned, cosmetic dental procedures combine to restore the appearance of one’s smile. As advancements in modern cosmetic dentistry continue, Crest outlines the different types of cosmetic dental services, beginning with teeth whitening. Perhaps the simplest and least expensive cosmetic dental treatment, teeth whitening goes a long… Continue reading

For some individuals, visiting the dentist is stressful. In fact, those with dental anxiety often forego seeing the dentist at all. Yet, dental professionals want patients to know—you can experience painless dental treatments with sedation dentistry. Colgate reports that even the most severe form of dental phobia is no reason to avoid the dentist, as… Continue reading

With the power to provide invisible teeth straightening, ClearCorrect is a revolutionary system that has become a welcome alternative to traditional metal braces. Similar to Invisalign, ClearCorrect utilizes clear aligner trays that provide gradual teeth correction with each series. With treatment divided into four phases, patients receive a new set of aligners that are worn… Continue reading

A relatively straightforward process of saving an infected tooth, root canal treatment is a tried and true way of removing the diseased portion of a tooth and eliminating infection. Yet, it remains misunderstood, as many patients associate root canal with pain. That’s why dental professionals are devoting more time to patient education, in an effort… Continue reading

Many patients are surprised when a dentist asks about the quality of their sleep. Yet, there is a strong connection between sleep disturbances and oral health. As a condition in which there are repeated interruptions in one’s breathing, sleep apnea is an example. Because sleep apnea is often identified by worn teeth surfaces and inflammation… Continue reading

A number of circumstances and oral conditions affect the quality of an individual’s bone, from periodontal gum disease to an injury to the jaw to wearing dentures. Thus, when bone density is compromised, individuals may not have sufficient bone to support restorations such as dental implants. Fortunately, advancements in dentistry and oral surgery have made… Continue reading

Every trade has its tools designed to make the job easier and more effective. Construction workers have hammers. Teachers have red pens. Writers have computers. Dentists have dental tools as well. When you visit a dental office you typically will notice a small tray of dental tools that will be used during your examination. When… Continue reading