Dental Implants

Blog Highlights Dental implants are metal rods set into your jawbone under the gums Installing dental implants is a surgical procedure and not suitable for every patient Dental implants are often more expensive than other types of replacement teeth If you need a replacement tooth here or there, your dentist will likely recommend dental implants. […]

New Dentures

Blog Highlights It may take time to fully adjust to your new dentures It will take time to get used to eating regularly You may have some trouble pronouncing certain words Dentures are very useful if you’ve lost all of your teeth. They allow you to eat and speak normally and give you back your […]

Dentures: What Are They Made OF?

Blog Highlights Dentures are made up of two components- the teeth and the frame Most patients will need to replace their acrylic dentures every five to eight years In order to ensure a long life for your dentures, it’s important to take care of them In the past, it was common for dentists to use […]

Dry Mouth: Causes and Treatment

Blog Highlights Dry mouth is the feeling you get when your salivary glands aren’t producing enough saliva In most cases, dry mouth is the result of stress or some other emotional taxing event The only way to permanently treat dry mouth is to identify and treat the cause Dry mouth is the uncomfortable feeling you […]

Dry Mouth: What Is It?

Blog Highlights Dry mouth is the condition in which the salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva A lack of saliva prevents your mouth from functioning properly Dry mouth that doesn’t go away on it’s own may indicate a more serious issue Dry mouth is the condition in which the salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva. […]

Handling Your Child’s Anxiety for Dental Appointments

Blog Highlights Some children may experience anxiety before or during their dental appointments Make sure your child knows exactly what’s going to happen It’s important for children to develop good oral care habits at an early age Some children may experience anxiety before or during their dental appointments. This is common for children who are […]

Braces: Do They Hurt?

Blog Highlights Though braces can be painful or uncomfortable at times, the pain is often not extreme Most orthodontists recommend simple over-the-counter pain killers For the duration of your treatment, you may experience pressure and tenderness If you are considering getting braces, you may be wondering if they will be painful.� Braces can be painful […]

Finding Your Orthodontist and What to Expect

Blog Highlights When considering orthodontic treatment it’s recommended that you do some research Speak openly with your orthodontist The length of treatment often varies by patient It’s recommended that you visit your dentist at least twice a year for regular checkups and cleanings. Your dentist monitors your overall oral health including the state of your […]