Sedation Dentistry

Does the thought of going to the dentist give you unwanted anxiety? Fear is a common problem for a many dental patients. If you suffer from stress related to going to the dentist, you may want to consider sedation dentistry. Local anesthesia usually provides adequate pain relief for minor dental procedures. This injectable anesthetic is…

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Dental Effects of Acid Reflux

If you suffer from acid reflux you may have more to worry about then a burning pain in your throat, neck and chest, known as heartburn. Even more than having the unsettling sensation of your food coming back up into your mouth and a bitter, acidic taste in your mouth; you may need to be…

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Pregnancy Gingivitis

Women can experience many health related side effects during pregnancy including oral health issues due to an increase in the body’s hormonal changes. Anywhere from 50% to 70% of all pregnant women will experience an oral health side effect called Pregnancy Gingivitis. Pregnancy Gingivitis shows up sometime between the 2nd and 8th month of pregnancy….

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Safety of Amalgam Restorations

Amalgam fillings or silver dental restorations have been used in dentistry for more than a century. Over the years, the safety of amalgam restorations has come into question. You can rest assured that amalgam fillings have had more in depth research and testing than any other restorative dental product. It has been proven time and…

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Digital X-rays

All around the country, digital dental X-rays are showing up in dental offices. There are some advantages for the patient with digital X-rays and for the dentist. Digital x-raysare taking the place of standard, film based dental X-rays. No matter which type of X-rays your dentist uses, it is vital to understand the importance of…

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The Importance of Fluoride

Did you know that recent research shows that topical fluoride, like fluoride from toothpastes, mouth rinses, and dentist applied fluoride treatments are critically important in fighting tooth decay? Research indicates the fight against tooth decay is as important as strengthening developing teeth. It is true that fluoride is a mineral naturally found in foods and…

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Dry Mouth

Do you suffer from dry mouth? Some symptoms of dry mouth include frequent mouth sores or cracked lips, constant thirst, trouble speaking and difficulty tasting / swallowing. When you suffer from dry mouth you can have a burning sensation on your tongue, bad breath, a sore or hoarse throat. If you are experiencing one or…

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Advances in Denture Technology

Do you have missing teeth, or do you need to have teeth removed to improve your oral health? A denture is a replacement for missing teeth. This removable replacement option offers patients a viable solution for full or partial tooth replacement. There are two types of standard dentures: complete dentures or partial dentures, depending on…

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Six Month Smiles

Are you an adult who has always struggled with a crooked smile? Have you spent a lifetime hiding your smile because you don’t like the appearance of your front teeth? If you are one of millions of adults who are self conscious of their teeth, Six Month Smiles could be a practical solution to straighten…

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Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are a bright solution for a number of dental issues. Dental crowns are actually a tooth-shaped cap that fits over a tooth. Crowns are designed to restore a tooth’s shape and size, adding strength to weak teeth. Dental crowns can cover discolored teeth or teeth that are shaped irregularly; they can also be…

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