When it comes to tooth damage, I've experienced it all. Car accidents cost me a few teeth and decay crept in to claim two more. With some gaps in my smile and a few weakened teeth I wanted to save, I spent a lot of time at the dentist to find out what I could do to salvage my grin. We worked together to combine crowns and dental implants. Now I have a beautiful smile and no one can even tell I had any work done at all. If you're facing a few dental difficulties yourself, explore my guide to the procedures and techniques available to you. You'll feel more prepared when you see the dentist and discuss your options.
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22 November 2022
Does your child have some additional skin underneath their lip that is pulling on their gum tissue? If so, know that a dentist can help you with this by performing a frenectomy. It is a procedure that many children have done when this issue comes up, and it helps prevent problems with their teeth and gums later on in life. Here are a few key things to know about the procedure.
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11 October 2022
Have you been recently advised by your dentist to get a gum graft? If so, do not be alarmed; gum grafting may work wonders for your mouth and smile. Note that oral health is not only limited to tooth decay but can also include gum recession which causes more damage. A gum recession comprises tissue pulling away from the teeth, exposing the roots. If left untreated, the condition may cause serious health issues such as tooth loss.
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16 September 2022
Experiencing sudden tooth pain can be cause for alarm. It can be difficult for the average person to determine whether this pain can be addressed with a routine dental appointment, or if the pain is indicative of a true dental emergency.
Being able to understand when you are experiencing a dental emergency can help you seek out the right type of dental care needed to resolve any issues with your teeth.
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11 August 2022
Raising children takes a team, and that team includes doctors and teachers in addition to the parents. For daily tasks like brushing and flossing one's teeth, learning how to do the task properly and to do it consistently is crucial for better oral health later in life. But sometimes there can be some confusion on the part of new parents as they may not realize that there are things they have to do that the dentist can't do.
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