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Dental Offices Uphold the Highest Standards for Infection Control
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 16, 2015.
In our constant battle against infectious disease, the “enemy” is often too close for comfort: hospitals and other medical facilities must be ever vigilant against opportunistic infections their patients
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Category: Oral Health
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How We Determine the Best Way to Fix Your Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 08, 2015.
We all know that dentistry can do amazing things these days to give you the smile you've always dreamed of. With the latest cosmetic and restorative dental techniques, it
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Finding the Root Cause of Bad Breath is the Key to Successful Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 30, 2015.
Halitosis (bad breath) is a major personal and social concern — so much so that Americans spend nearly $3 billion annually on rinses, mints and gum to freshen breath.
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Category: Oral Health
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Cosmetic Questions to Ask to Get You on the Right Path to a Better Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 22, 2015.
For some time now, you’ve noticed things about your teeth and gums — your overall smile — that you would like to change. But you’re in unfamiliar territory: you
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Category: Dental Procedures
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A Teen's Missing Tooth May Require a Temporary Replacement
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 14, 2015.
Besides reduced biting and chewing function, a missing tooth can cause an embarrassing inhibition to healthy social interaction. This can be especially so for teens who greatly value peer
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Limit Sugar in Your Diet for Better Oral and General Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 06, 2015.
Even after decades emphasizing oral hygiene and supplemental fluoride to fight dental disease, we’re now seeing an increase in tooth decay, especially among children. What’s causing this alarming trend?
Many
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Category: Oral Health
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Know the Facts to Reduce Your Child's Teething Discomfort
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 03, 2015.
The arrival of your child’s first set of teeth is a natural and expected process. But that doesn’t mean this period of development, commonly known as teething, is an
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Category: Oral Health
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Chronic Biting Habits Can Lead to Loose Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 26, 2015.
Periodontal (gum) disease is the most likely cause of a loose, permanent tooth. This progressive infection causes damage to the gums and bone tissues that hold teeth in place,
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Category: Oral Health
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Questions You Should Ask Before Getting A Dental Implant
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 18, 2015.
Anytime you are considering an implant surgery to replace missing teeth, you should take the time to gather the facts so that you have clear understanding of the procedure,
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Teens May Need a Temporary Replacement for Missing Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 10, 2015.
Tooth replacement at any age is a challenge, but especially for teenagers. Dental implants in particular may not be possible yet for teens or young adults whose jaws are
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Category: Dental Procedures
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What Is A Baby Tooth Worth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 02, 2015.
For most people, raising kids is an expensive proposition. (A recent estimate by the U.S. Department of Agriculture puts the average tab at almost a quarter of a million
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Category: Oral Health
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Removing Teeth Could Improve an Orthodontic Outcome
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 27, 2015.
Teeth crowding is a difficult bite problem (malocclusion) that often involves the entire jaw structure to be evaluated. Normally occurring when the jaw doesn’t have adequate space for normal
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Professional Cleanings Help you Maintain Healthy Teeth and Gums
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 19, 2015.
Every good oral hygiene regimen has two parts — the part you do (brushing and flossing) and the part we do (professional cleanings and checkups).
But what’s involved with “professional
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Use Sweetener Substitutes Wisely to Reduce Sugar in Your Diet
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 11, 2015.
Although a variety of foods provide energy-producing carbohydrates, sugar is among the most popular. It’s believed we universally crave sugar because of the quick energy boost after eating it,
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Category: Oral Health
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Severe Dental Injuries May Require Endodontic Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 03, 2015.
If you regularly participate in sports or other physical activity, you’re at a higher risk for dental injuries. While chipped teeth are the most common result of these injuries,
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Cosmetic Gum Surgery Can Restore Health as Well as Appearance to Gums
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 26, 2015.
We most often associate plastic surgery with cosmetic enhancements to our outer appearance. While this is their primary purpose, some forms of reconstructive surgery restore lost function and health
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Category: Dental Procedures