Oral health is something that is a huge factor in your overall health. This makes sense, because your mouth is used for so many different things like communicating, eating, and non verbal signals. Effects of Oral Health on Children’s Overall Well Being According to the National Institutes of Health estimates that 20%-30% of children suffer […]
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When looking at your calendar you may notice there are a lot of little holidays and times of remembrance. You also see there are days, weeks, and moths of awareness. Another one to consider is March 22-28, 2015. This is Root Canal Awareness week, according to the American Association of Endodontists. You may be thinking
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Just as with all surgeries, recovery time for dental implant surgery can vary from person to person. The number of teeth affected by the surgery and also how the patient handles their recovery by following instructions are two of the main factors that will determine recovery time. Most dental implant surgeries are performed under local
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If you’re reading this, that probably means that you have lost adult teeth, have teeth spacing issues, or other oral health concerns. Many have heard of dental implants and mini dental implants but what is the difference between them, and which is best for you? Dental implants are used in order to replace a single,
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No patient wants to face the removal of their wisdom teeth, but all too often it is the only way to restore dental health. Once given the news that one or even more wisdom teeth will need to be extracted, how does one prepare for the surgery? One of two things could happen once your
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The words “root canal” can be very scary to a dental patient. Often, we don’t know exactly what to expect, or how much pain during and after the procedure, we will have to endure. A root canal procedure is a serious matter, and many times we can remove a bit of the fear by knowing
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Oral cancer screenings are done so that the dentist can check your mouth for any signs of cancer of pre-cancerous conditions in an attempt to catch it early, which would then lead to better chance of a cure. Should I Get an Oral Screen Done? This examination is done during a routine dentist visit, but
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Though often feared, our trips to the dentist are the best way to save our teeth. Regular dental cleanings can catch defects and diseases before they begin, or before they become destructive, and help to reverse the damage. Once our teeth get to the point of irreversible damage, there are many ways that dentists can
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The debate over dentures vs. implants has been going on for a long time. Dentures have always seemed the more cost-effective way to go, but now the advantages of dental implants are exceeding everyone’s expectations. Implants are, basically, just like having real teeth. They do not have to be replaced after a few years like
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Though stained teeth can be an issue for people of various ages, the problem can become even worse as we get older. The aging process thins the enamel on our teeth making them the perfect sponge for soaking up food stains. Whatever your age, it is good to avoid overindulging in foods and drinks that
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Imagine this: you’re enjoying a delicious meal, savoring the flavors, and suddenly feel a weird lump in your cheek. Panic sets in – could it
