Becoming Familiar With: Porcelain Veneers

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When you aren’t sure what to make of porcelain veneers, it’s difficult to compare and contrast them with your other cosmetic dentistry options. However, when you become educated on your treatment choices, it becomes ever so simple to consider one treatment against the other as you make a final decision regarding perfecting and beautifying your grin. To help you feel more familiar with veneers (which is particularly helpful if you’re looking for a dramatic improvement for your smile), we’ve got the essential facts you need to form a solid foundation of knowledge.

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filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry

Tooth Loss: How To Respond

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When you lose a tooth, whether from the result of an unexpected injury or due to disease, it can leave you feeling a little bit defeated and worried. Unfortunately, this often causes patients to avoid additional care and to attempt to deal with a reduced quality of life. The good news is that we can help you handle tooth loss by offering exquisite prosthetic dentistry solutions. Not sure how to respond to your missing tooth (or teeth) or where to begin? No worries. We can help.

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filed under: Prosthetic Dentistry

Antibiotics And Dental Staining

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You may have heard that there are certain antibiotics that may lead to discoloration and a need for cosmetic care. Perhaps you have recently visited a dermatologist for acne treatment and staining of your oral tissues is a side effect for the oral antibiotic you’re taking. Maybe you know someone who switched from using something like minocycline or tetracycline because of this issue. Fortunately, we can explain the details, so you feel more informed regarding what may happen and what you can do about it (if staining occurs before you have the chance to prevent it).

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filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry

Walmart Salute To Veterans

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Are you a veteran or do you have a special connection with someone who has served our country? Perhaps you are simply a citizen with a deep appreciation for the men and women who dedicate their lives to keeping our country safe. If celebrating these individuals and their efforts is close to your heart, you will be pleased to hear that the Walmart Salute To Veterans event is right around the corner.

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Avoiding Gum Disease: 3 Things You Need To Do At Home

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Of course, you don’t want to experience gum disease. However, you might not know how to avoid it. You may not even realize that with your efforts in caring for your oral health, you are making some minor mistakes that may have you heading straight for periodontal problems. Fortunately, avoiding it is no rare feat. It’s just a matter of gathering up the effective preventive details you need, so you can keep your smile very healthy, free of plaque, and free of inflammation.

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filed under: General Dentistry, Good Hygiene

Your Cavity: Questions About Care

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You have tooth decay, you discover during your dental checkup. Now what? Is it really that important that you quickly follow up by coming in for restorative care or do we just act as though it’s urgent? Is something bad going to happen to your tooth if you don’t come in for a dental filling? Or, can you take leisurely steps to scheduling your visit, receiving your filling eventually without any consequence? For frequently asked questions such as these, we offer answers that are sure to help you feel better informed.

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filed under: Good Hygiene, Restorative Dentistry

Dental Emergency? Don’t Panic!

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You don’t need us to tell you that prevention is the best plan for dealing with a dental emergency. A mouthguard should be in place during any contact sport, or during activities where falling or collision is a possibility. Prevention means not ignoring early signs of dental trouble, hoping things will get better on their own. Sometimes, however, dental emergencies do arise. If you have a sudden dental need, don’t panic. Your dental office is the place to turn for advice a dental emergency. (more…)

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The ABCs Of Your TMJs

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When you have no idea what a TMJ is, being diagnosed with TMJ disorder (TMD) can leave you feeling concerned and a bit in the dark. No worries! Whether you’ve already received a diagnosis or if you think this may apply to you because of consistent jaw discomfort, we can help demystify this functional disorder that may present itself in a variety of ways (and for which you may receive noninvasive, comfortable, effective care). Let’s get started with some helpful ABCs that will offer the essentials you need.

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filed under: Bruxism/TMJ, General Dentistry