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  • Top 5 Tips For Overcoming Your Fear Of The Dentist

    According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 80 percent of Americans some form of dental anxiety, while between 5 and 14 percent of them have an extreme anxiety. A fear of the dentist is known as odontophobia. Fortunately, there are a few tips that will help you overcome this fear so that you can get the dental treatment you need to have a healthy and happy smile.  Learn About the Latest Techniques [Read More]

  • Holiday Time, Holiday Teeth: Seasonal Tips for Keeping Your Teeth Pristine

    It's the most wonderful time of the year—or, at least, it very soon will be—and with the holiday cheer, festivities, sales, and muzak comes the holiday meals and treats as well. But for the dental health–conscious person, this can seem overwhelming when you consider all the opportunities for your teeth to take the brunt of the festive blow and land you with some new cavities for the New Year. So how do you enjoy the holidays without paying for it later with a toothache or two? [Read More]

  • Correcting The Look Of Crooked And Discolored Teeth

    Having great-looking teeth can boost your confidence levels and make you feel more attractive. However, you may feel that your teeth are a lost cause, especially if they have multiple major cosmetic issues, such as discoloration and crookedness. Nevertheless, there are dental applications that can fix these issues.  Discoloration If your teeth are discolored, they can be whitened using natural products, dental bleach, or veneers. Natural products such as baking soda and turmeric can polish away dental stains, while other substances, such as strawberries, contain chemicals like malic acid, which dissolves discoloration. [Read More]

  • Are Oral Piercings Safe For Your Dental Health?

    Even though oral piercings have been done for decades, there are still dental risks that are associated with them. Unfortunately, some people who have gotten piercings are unaware of those risks and end up suffering complications. To avoid those complications, it is important that you understand the potential risks and what you can do to lessen the chances that you will have problems. What Risks Are Associated With Oral Piercings? [Read More]

  • Cosmetic Dentistry: Simple Steps To Finding The Right Pro For You

    When celebrities flash their pearly whites, those mega-watt smiles are often due to cosmetic dentistry. Dental implants, veneers, and in-office whitening all take not-so-great smiles to the next level. If you want to join the ranks of the paparazzi-ready, find a cosmetic dentist who meets your needs. Check out these simple steps for connecting with a dentist who's right for you. List Your Needs Do you want a whiter smile? Is that it? [Read More]

  • What Is Tooth Resorption?

    Nearly everyone knows that cavities are a threat to the health of teeth, but you might be surprised to learn that there's another way teeth can be broken down. This disorder is called tooth resorption, and it can happen to anyone, regardless of their oral hygiene. Read on to learn more about tooth resorption, how it happens, and how it's treated. Unrelated To Oral Hygiene Tooth resorption is a process that's completely unrelated to your oral hygiene. [Read More]

  • A Few Procedures You May Require Before Getting Dental Implants

    If you are missing some teeth and considering having dental implants, your dentist may require you have work done to your jaw bone or sinus area before the implants can be started. One of the most common problems is not having enough bone to hold the titanium posts securely in place. Another issue is not having a high enough bone before the sinuses in your cheek area. There are procedures that can be done to rectify these issues that results in roughly 95 percent of all implant procedures succeeding. [Read More]

  • Dental Bone Grafts

    The idea of a bone graft may sound quite scary, but you may need one for your oral health. Fortunately, these grafts are now often done on an outpatient basis and can help restore your smile. If your dentist recommends one, you need to know what the procedure entails.  Bone Loss Unfortunately, once you lose a tooth, you start to lose bone. Your jaw only stays fully intact if your teeth remain in place and are engaged in frequent chewing. [Read More]

  • Cleft Palate And Cleft Lips: What Parents Need To Know

    A cleft palate or lip is a congenital deformity that forms during the first trimester. As the embryo's head develops, it is formed from the sides, coming together in the middle. When it doesn't fuse together properly, a cleft, or a split, in the lip, palate, or both will result. While this will be surgically repaired once the child is born, it can still leave residual problems. Here are the facts and some of the possible complications that parents should know. [Read More]

  • 2 Orthodontic Alignment Options For Adults

    If you are an adult who would like to have the alignment of your teeth corrected, you may be concerned about the appearance of orthodontic appliances. Many people picture a mouthful of braces when they think of dental alignment. However, nowadays, there are orthodontic options that do not have a great impact on your appearance. Here are a few such options: Invisalign Invisalign, which is generally only prescribed for teens and adults, can be used to align the teeth in a discreet manner. [Read More]