Have you noticed the recent trend in adult braces that is sweeping the country? More noticeable than ever are the hard to notice short term, clear adult braces options like Six Month Smiles. If you look closely, your neighbor, coworker or friend may be taking their smiles more seriously lately by investing in adult braces….
Read MoreSports drinks and energy drinks are all the rage these days. Media and advertising flood the airwaves with positive marketing spins on the benefits and advantages of consuming these beverages. Most consumers believe these drinks are a better alternative to soda, and use the drinks to help replace lost nutrients or give energy during workouts…
Read MoreHaving good oral hygiene is a priority for most people. With so many different types of toothbrushes to choose from, how do you know which one will suit you best? Are disposable or manual toothbrushes sufficient, or does the best cleaning come from electric spinning or vibrating models? If electric toothbrushes are not currently in…
Read MoreDo you love your smile when you look in the mirror, or do you try to hide your crooked teeth? If you have lived a lifetime with an imperfect smile it may be time to make a change. Self-assurance and confidence are wonderful things. Feeling good about your appearance and your smile can help build…
Read MoreHaving a tooth extractionisn’t something most people look forward to. There are a number of reasons people may require a dental extraction. Everything from extreme tooth decay, impacted teeth, teeth crowding or teeth that are damaged from a trauma to the mouth are reasons to have teeth pulled. Sometimes people are born with too many…
Read MoreDoes 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…
Read MoreIf 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…
Read MoreWomen 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….
Read MoreAmalgam 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…
Read MoreAll 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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