5 Tips for Being a Better Dental Patient
July 18, 2017
Like any relationship in life, having good communication with your dentist is the key to success. The five tips listed below are intended to help you improve your oral health by communicating better with your dentist & /or dental hygienist.
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How to Choose a Toothbrush
July 1, 2017
Humans have been using toothbrushes to remove food from teeth for thousands of years. Early toothbrushes were sticks with frayed ends, & later brushes were made from bone, wood or ivory & animal hairs. We have come a long way since then, & toothbrushes today are very effective at removing food & plaque & keeping your teeth & gums clean to prevent tooth decay.
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What Is a Deep Cleaning?
June 17, 2017
Most dental patients come into the office twice a year for a teeth cleaning. However, some patients are told that they need to get a deep cleaning instead, and that they need to see us more often than twice a year.
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How Do I Find a Good Dentist Near Me?
June 10, 2017
Finding a dentist is about finding someone you like and trust. The dental clinic you choose should be you & your family's dental home, your headquarters for all things dental health related. It should be a place where you feel comfortable & where you're greeting by name when you arrive.
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Signs of a Cavity
June 3, 2017
Cavities, or tooth decay, is a fairly common dental ailment, particularly in children or young adults. Even though most of our patients are familiar with what cavities are, we find that many are still surprised when we tell them they have a cavity! That's because many cavities, especially early on, do not cause tooth pain & may not be visible to the untrained eye.
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Porcelain Veneers Can Give You a Hollywood Smile
May 13, 2017
Have you ever looked at a celebrity smile & wished your smile could be equally perfect. Well, it's no big secret among dentists that most Hollywood stars were not born with perfect teeth. For many celebrities, their Hollywood smiles are achieved with the help of cosmetic dentistry, particularly porcelain veneers.
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The Purpose of a Dental Post
May 5, 2017
Just like a post you place when building a fence, a dental post is intended to keep something stable and in place—in this case, a tooth.
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The Star-Studded History of Veneers
March 30, 2017
If your teeth are cracked, stained, or otherwise damaged, cosmetic dentistry can greatly improve the appearance of your smile. Dentists use crowns, bridges, implants, onlays and veneers for smile makeovers
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What Is TMJ & How Can a Dentist Help?
March 23, 2017
The temporomandibular joints are the joints on either side of your head that connect your jaw to your skull & allow you to open & close your mouth, chew, & speak. Because it can move in many different directions, these joints are some of the most complex in your body.
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