When It's Necessary to Visit the Dentist Between Your Routine Checkups

Posted on 3 December 2018

Usually, it is recommended to visit your dentist at least annually, depending on your overall oral health, age, and other such factors. While these regular visits can ensure that you get a proper exam and that dental problems are addressed before they become serious, nothing can guarantee that you won't experience oral health issues between those routine appointments. Note when to visit the dentist in between your regular checkups, so you don't assume certain dental issues are minor when they may actually be quite serious. [Read More]

A Guide to Dental Implants and Crown Lengthening

Posted on 26 September 2018

Dental implants are used to replace areas where teeth have been lost. Implants are placed into the jaw and are made from metal. After a while, the bone surrounds the implant and secures it into place. A crown is placed over the implant so that the space that the missing tooth left is occupied. The crown is custom made to fit the appearance and size of your other teeth. Crown lengthening is a method of reducing excess gum and improving gum health. [Read More]

Shedding light on Endosteal (Endosseous) Implants

Posted on 24 August 2018

Dental implants are used to replace damaged or lost teeth. They reinforce and support your other teeth, making it easier to speak, eat and maintain your oral health. Modern medicine has made it much safer to get dental implants. Side effects such as nerve damage and infection have almost completely become a thing of the past. New 3-dimensional x-rays allow dentist to easily find the right position to install an implant. [Read More]

What to Discuss With Your Dentist During Your Next Visit

Posted on 27 July 2018

When you visit your family dentist, you want to avoid making the mistake of just letting him or her clean your teeth and then leaving their office as quickly as possible. Your dentist is your partner in your overall oral health, so it's good to discuss any concerns you have about your mouth and teeth, or changes you've noticed inside your mouth. Note a few such issues you might discuss with your dentist during your next visit, so you know you're doing everything possible to protect your oral health. [Read More]

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Dental Implants: Everything You Need to Know

Hi my name is Kristy. I know we just met, but I want to start with a personal story. When I was 7 years old, I fell, severely damaging my mouth to the extent that my very-front adult teeth were knocked out of my jaw in addition to my baby teeth. For years, I just sported a gap in the front of my mouth, but by about third or fourth grade, that started to look ridiculous, and I got a small set of dentures. Eventually, I decided to trade those in for implants. In this blog, I am going to tell you more about my decision, but I'm also going to share information with you about dental implants. As someone who has had them for years and tried other alternatives, I feel like I have a unique perspective, and I want to share it with you. Happy Smiling! --Kristy

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