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If you have chosen to have dental implants inserted to fix a dental issue, or are still researching and picking the best option for you, then today we will look at some of the misconceptions about dental implants. Unfortunately, there are many surrounding the topic of dental implants, and today we will focus on three.With…

Visiting an emergency dentist is a great way to get the immediate treatment you need after an injury or health concern occurs.The fact of the matter is our mouth is vulnerable to injuries and infections. These can lead to the need for immediate care for the pain and sensitivity that is sure to follow.An emergency…

Dentists and orthodontists both went to dental school, so they can both practice orthodontics, right? Well, that is one way of looking at it. However, orthodontists attend two or three extra years of school and go on to get certified in orthodontics. The extra time orthodontists spend training is used to learn about the diagnosis…

If you truly value your physical appearance, it is very important that you take good care of your teeth, always. Even though this is easy to say, it takes a lifetime of consistent care for you to achieve healthy teeth. Yes, it could be that you were born with a naturally beautiful set of teeth.…

Implant reconstruction makes it possible for people with serious dental issues to get the smiles of their dreams. When you are missing some of your natural teeth, it is easy to feel self-conscious about the way you appear.There are a variety of dental devices that can be used to replace missing teeth, like dentures and…

There are five common dental procedures that general dentists perform all the time. It turns out that if a person has a dental problem, it can probably be fixed with one of the five treatments. If you are just wondering about what goes on at the dentist’s or you have a toothache, this article has…

Tooth extraction is a procedure carried out by a dentist and entails removing the tooth from the jawbone. In many situations, removing the tooth is the only way to maintain or improve your oral health.Lack of space: A dentist removed wisdom teeth if the mouth has no space to accommodate them, or if the teeth…

Family dentistry tackles oral health at every stage of life. Children have different dental needs than adults, and qualified family dentists deliver comprehensive oral care from baby teeth to permanent teeth.Like general dentistry, family dentistry is concerned with oral hygiene and the health of teeth. However, a family dentist puts emphasis on the unique needs…

Do cold or hot temperatures bother you? You may have sensitive teeth. Don't worry, this is common and is treatable.Tooth sensitivity occurs when the hard enamel wears down and or the gums recede. Small microscopic tubes in the layers of the teeth below the enamel are exposed.  Stimulation of the cells causes the tooth sensitivity…

Did you have a kid-friendly dentist growing up? If you did not, you probably wish you did. How a child experiences the dentist determines if they grow up to avoid the dentist or get regular dental checkups.That is why it is important for a child to be comfortable and unafraid whenever they visit the dentist.…

Dental implants are posts that are made of metal or frames that are implanted into the jawbone beneath the gum, which helps the dentist to mount artificial teeth, in case you have a missing tooth. Since these dental implants are positioned below your jawbone, they ensure that your artificial teeth are stable and will not…

When looking at the teeth in the mirror while brushing or flossing, a person may notice that they have a swollen gum around one tooth. This is not uncommon and could be attributed to several different causes.There are numerous reasons that the gum could swell in one area, including poor hygiene, an abscess or gum…