There are many reasons why your teeth may stain, including your oral hygiene, food and drink choices, and medication use. Staining can occur on the surface of the tooth or below the enamel, or even both. The discoloration occurs as a result of surface stains, changes in your tooth material, or a combination of both […]
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When you decide to have crowns done, especially if they involve your front teeth, you will want to b[...]
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People often assume that once they have a crown placed on a tooth, it will last the rest of their li[...]
Long-term dentistry always works best with a plan. So as each New Year begins, some dentists sit dow[...]
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There are many reasons why your teeth may stain, including your oral hygiene, food and drink choices[...]
You may think you know exactly how to take good care of your teeth. Just brush and floss, right? Whe[...]
Everyone has heard that candy will give you cavities, but which foods are actually good for your tee[...]
While mouthwash is not a sufficient replacement for brushing and flossing on a daily basis, it may b[...]
Your dental plan is a form of compensation provided by your employer. You can expect the carrier ([...]
Yearly Maximums. Dental insurance plans put a maximum on the amount of money they’re willing [...]
DENTAL PPO PROGRAM A dental PPO – preferred provider organization – is a individual dental insur[...]
What is the best and most affordable family dental insurance plan for me? Finding a family dentistÂ[...]
During a dentistry examination, the dentist examines the mouth mucosa (soft tissues) for any abnorma[...]
Technology in dentistry now offers attractive options in dental fillings for cavity restorations in [...]
A world of opportunities for dental health awaits us in the new dentistry. Using the old dentistry, [...]
It’s an indisputable fact – our bodies change as we get older and so does our need for d[...]
When you first visit a new dentist, part of your initial exam is an assessment of your “bite&#[...]
During a dental examination, the dentist examines the soft tissues of the mouth for any abnormalitie[...]
An aching tooth you get from a cavity is no fun, but it’s something that can be easily seen an[...]
The times are trying enough without having to worry about a visit to the dentist. There is much talk[...]
It’s natural to want to lump people together in some Big Category. Natural, but wrong. Like, &[...]
Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection. Without proper dental care the bacteria that are prese[...]
It is well known that periodontal (gum) diseases are a series of bacterial infections that destroy t[...]
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Dental implants are basically artificial tooth roots. They are placed in your jawbone and bond with [...]
Dentistry has come a long way in the past 10 years – new cosmetic dentistryprocedures, strong[...]
If dental implants are what you need to replace your missing teeth, you should select an implant den[...]
There are many reasons 50% of the population put dental care at the bottom of the healthcare list: S[...]
Franklin D. Roosevelt was right: the only thing we have to fear is … fear itself. Many times, the [...]
The answer should be an emphatic “YES!” Fortunately, dentistry has developed new techniq[...]
Why are root canals done? Root canal therapy is required when the nerve of the tooth becomes irrever[...]
Over the years, root canals have come to represent the very worst that life can deal you. They see[...]
Q. Why would I need a root canal? A. When the nerve of a tooth becomes irreversibly damaged — [...]
Dr. Emmett Jones began treating high fear patients with sedation dentistry in 1997. With over 20 yea[...]
The most commonly employed technique used in conscious sedation dentistry is inhalation sedation wit[...]
Conscious Sedation Dentistry While many younger patients in the dental care office are cooperative a[...]
If you are afraid to go to the dentist, relax! Sedation dentistry and a trained sedation dentist can[...]
Have you noticed or been told that you snore loudly at night? Loud snoring, especially accompanied b[...]
Snoring is one of those problems that often bothers other people more than the person who does it. M[...]
Sleep disorders are not a normal part of life. While everyone has trouble sleeping sometimes, it sho[...]
A sleep disorder can wreak havoc on your life. Sleeping problems mean that your body doesn’t g[...]
The first symptom you may notice is that you can’t eat a Big Mac anymore; it’s just too [...]
TM disorder describes a variety of conditions affecting the temporomandibular joint – TMJ (t[...]
You may know people with Type-A personalities. You may even be Type-A yourself. Always connected, hi[...]
A tooth that aches in the morning can result from teeth grinding during sleep. Teeth clenching can u[...]
After a wisdom tooth has been extracted, the socket is filled with a blood clot. Slowly, the clot sh[...]
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Tooth bleaching is a way to lighten teeth without bonding material to the teeth, or removing any sou[...]
How would you feel if your smile was a bit brighter than it is right now? Whiter teeth not only look[...]
We have all heard the health effects that are associated with drinking sugary drinks like soda. Obes[...]
Smiling is a simple act. It’s an emotion that triggers happiness to yourself and others. Your brai[...]
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After oral surgery, it is important to follow all the instructions provided by your oral surgeon o[...]
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