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Although Challenging, Cleaning Around Implants Boosts Their Longevity
updated: Mar. 27, 2021
Daily oral hygiene and regular dental cleanings help keep your natural teeth and gums healthy and disease-free. But they're also a priority with dental implants. Here's why. Unlike other restorations, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The Causes of Chronic Jaw Pain Might Be Similar To Fibromyalgia
updated: Mar. 22, 2021
Chronic joint pain (temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD) in and of itself can make life miserable. But TMD may not be the only debilitating condition you're contending with—it's quite Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Although Rare, This Condition Could Destroy a Tooth
updated: Mar. 17, 2021
Most dental problems are caused by tooth decay or periodontal (gum) disease, easily preventable with dedicated daily hygiene and regular dental care. But there are a few other rare Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Here's What To Do If Your Child Complains of a Toothache
updated: Mar. 12, 2021
Perhaps the only thing worse than having a toothache of your own is when your child has one. Tooth pain can be a miserable experience, especially for children. It Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Flossing an Implant-Supported Bridge can Prevent a Damaging Gum Infection
updated: Mar. 07, 2021
In recent years, dental implants have helped traditional bridgework take a giant leap forward. A few strategically placed implants can provide the highest support and stability we can currently Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Evidence Mounting That Vaping is Hazardous to Your Oral Health
updated: Mar. 02, 2021
It wasn't too many years ago that e-cigarettes were promoted as a healthier alternative to traditional cigarettes. “Vaping” was in and “smoking” was out. But vaping's recent link with certain Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Two Major Causes for Implant Failure and How You Can Prevent Them
updated: Feb. 25, 2021
Dental implants are a reliable way to replace teeth. More than 95% of implants survive ten years after their installation, and many of these could conceivably continue for decades. But Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Good Oral Health Starts Early
updated: Feb. 20, 2021
February is Children's Dental Health Month—the perfect time to talk about the oral health of the little ones in your family. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A Winter Pick-Me-Up, Dental-Style
updated: Feb. 15, 2021
Now that the holidays are behind us and spring is ahead of us, winter doldrums may be setting in. If you are feeling a little blah, it might be Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Flexible RPDs - a Sound, Temporary Way To Replace Missing Teeth
updated: Feb. 10, 2021
The timing around losing a tooth may not always sync with your financial ability. It's not unusual for people to postpone getting a dental implant—by far the best option Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Things You Can Do To Protect Oral Health During Cancer Treatment
updated: Feb. 05, 2021
Despite momentous strides in recent years in the fight against cancer, treatments can still disrupt normal life. Both radiation and chemotherapy have side effects that can cause problems in Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Smoking Could Increase the Risk of an Implant Failure
updated: Jan. 31, 2021
Although they can be expensive upfront, dental implants often prove to be a wise investment in the long-term. With a success rate that outperforms other teeth replacement restorations, dental Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Guidelines to Help Make Sure Your Child's Oral Health Stays on Track
updated: Jan. 26, 2021
As they mature, your child's teeth, gums and jaws develop—if all goes well, they'll all be healthy and functioning normally when they enter adulthood. But tooth decay and other Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Endodontic Treatment Could Save a Tooth in Crisis
updated: Jan. 21, 2021
Dental patients have amazing options for tooth replacement. Dental implants, for example, can replace the entire tooth, root and crown, giving patients a new tooth nearly as good as Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
3 Reasons Why Treating Cavities Is Becoming More Effective
updated: Jan. 16, 2021
If you've ever had a run-in with cavities, you know the drill (no pun intended): After getting a local anesthetic for pain, the dentist removes any decayed dental tissue, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Two Good Options for Temporarily Replacing a Teenager's Missing Tooth
updated: Jan. 11, 2021
While anyone can lose a permanent tooth, the cause often varies by age group. Adults usually lose their teeth to disease, while those under twenty lose a tooth to Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures