We are in a time of change when the weather becomes colder and the days seem darker. This is also the time of year when many of us become so busy with holiday planning that we forget to take a little time for ourselves to make sure we’re bringing our best to the table. We’re […]
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Tooth sensitivity is discussed as such a commonplace problem that there are many people who believe that they are normal if they have difficulty eating some of their favorite foods. To have sensitive teeth doesn’t mean you are “abnormal” at all. At the same time, it could be dangerous to your long-term oral health if
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Do you know one of the most common – and commonly misunderstood problems? A good old-fashioned toothache. This dental event often reportedly occurs out of the blue; no warning, just intense pain. This is the primary misunderstanding about tooth pain. The truth is, that a sudden toothache, unless related to an injury, probably didn’t sprout
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In recent years, we have witnessed a surge of interest in smile makeovers. Cosmetic dentistry has gone beyond teeth whitening as a primary method of bringing new life to a smile. Porcelain veneers have paved the way for patients to close gaps, cover chips and stains, create the illusion of straightness, and feel much better
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One of the cornerstones of family dentistry is learning how to protect the smile from damage. The better your habits are, the better your long-term prognosis should be for a healthy, attractive smile. As the old saying goes, prevention is the best medicine. We recognize the value of information and preventive care, and we strive
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Tooth-brushing is an activity that we are taught as children. From our elementary school years, we are responsible for cleaning teeth and gums. That is a lot of responsibility! Unfortunately, because daily tasks have a way of becoming mundane, the care that we give to the mouth often diminishes over time. It’s only natural. We’d
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Until recently, tooth loss was a problem that had one solution. If there were a large extent of tooth loss, a dentist would model a denture for the affected arch, or a set of false teeth for complete restoration. If a single tooth was missing, there were (far too many) instances in which no treatment
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Common Causes of Halitosis Halitosis is a condition that has been the butt of many, many jokes over the years. When it happens to you, it’s not funny at all. No one likes to be on the receiving end of the bad breath, and many of us worry that we may have bad breath but
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Research has indicated that dental anxiety is a common condition. Approximately 1 person out of every 6 is so frightened of the dentist that they just don’t go. You know what a dangerous habit it can be to postpone dental care. Even if you are that 1 in 6, there is a knowing inside of
Sedation Dentistry: Do you have These Questions? Read More »
Sleep is as natural as breathing. It is not something that we expect to struggle with – at least not very often. Interestingly enough, there are millions of people for whom the very act of breathing stands in the way of restful sleep. Let’s look at this problem we call snoring a little more closely.
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