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Dentures provide a way for people missing teeth to eat, speak and smile as they used to. In fact, according to the American College of Prosthodontists, 90% of people without teeth have some form of dental prosthetics. However, many health concerns arise when these do not fit correctly in the mouth.There are a few common…

Looking for information on how a smile makeover can make you feel more confident about your smile? There are quite a few makeover options to choose from nowadays, due to the many advances in this particular dental area. This is exciting news for people who are not completely happy about the way they look when they…

Tooth sensitivity can be a serious concern and may even be a sign of a much larger issue that needs to be treated by a general dentist. By understanding the most important pieces of information about tooth sensitivity, you can spot it when it occurs and know when to seek treatment from a general dentist.Since…

Restorative dentistry is an unofficial specialty field that focuses on restoration of the mouth and treatment of damaged tooth issues. Usually, this means repairing broken teeth and replacing missing teeth to restore structure and bite use. The priority of dental restoration is preserving and saving the natural tooth at all costs before resorting to extracting…

Dental practices make it paramount to improve their customer satisfaction by making their experience with dental care memorable. Most customers are known to spend more with a company or retain a dentist with a good history of dental care. One of the most common excuses many give for not visiting the dentist is dental anxiety. Nowadays,…

Perhaps Dental Sealants have been recommended for your child or you have just been considering getting them applied to your child’s teeth. Here is what you should know about dental sealants and your children’s teeth.Dental sealants are thin pieces of plastic that are placed over the chewing part of the teeth. The plastic smoothes over…

Wanting a few dental care tips for seniors? Good for you! As you age, you may begin to notice a few differences in the overall health of your mouth. Understand that these differences may not be directly related to your oral health and instead may be related to any medical conditions you are currently living…

Looking for information on how stress affects teeth? Stress is something definitely to be avoided as it can lead to your experiencing many types of oral health problems. It also creates problems with your overall general health. According to the American Psychological Association, the longer stress lasts the worse it is for both the mind…

There is a common misconception that clear aligners do not work because they are made from plastic. Many patients are familiar with the metal brackets and wires of traditional braces, so plastic aligners can be confusing to see.However, clear aligners will straighten your teeth, but they take longer to achieve the desired effect.If you go…

Veneers are a form of cosmetic dentistry in which a layer of material, fabricated in the shape and shade of a tooth, is placed over a natural tooth to improve its appearance. Veneers are custom made and personalized to enhance the structure and color of a tooth. Although veneers are mainly used for cosmetic purposes,…

Taking care of dental implants after surgery will involve regular oral hygiene routines and some procedure-specific precautions. Below we will review how to maintain dental implants so that they are sure to last and how to care for your new implants after surgery.In the first day after treatment, it is normal for patients to experience…

Bone regeneration for dental implants is a common procedure in oral and periodontal surgery. It is very technique-sensitive and depends on several factors. The procedure is typically carried out with local anesthesia to the affected area, by a board-certified specialist in periodontology and dental implant surgery. The patient may also be put to sleep or…