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  • 3 Great Benefits Of Mini Dental Implants


    When people think of dental implants, they usually imagine the kind of implants that dentists call endosteal implants — screw-shaped posts that are placed directly into a patient's jawbone. While there are plenty of benefits of endosteal implants, there are alternatives that may be better suited for certain patients. One example that has become increasingly popular is the mini implant, a smaller and less invasive cousin to conventional implants. If you are curious to learn more about the advantages of mini dental implants and whether they may be a good fit for you, read below for just three of the biggest benefits.
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  • What To Know About Teeth Cleaning


    There's more to dental care than brushing and flossing at home. You will need to schedule regular teeth cleaning to make sure that your mouth is healthy. Your dentist also checks the condition of your teeth and gums after the cleaning to determine if any dental work is needed. Dental cleanings are essential for maintaining the health of your teeth and gums. However, there are a few things you need to know about teeth cleaning.
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  • Say Goodbye To Gum Disease: 3 Effective Treatment Options


    Periodontal disease is a severe dental condition that can cause irreversible damage to the gums and teeth. Without treatment, it can lead to tooth loss and systemic health issues. Fortunately, there are many ways to effectively treat periodontal disease. This article will discuss three standard treatment options for those suffering from periodontal disease. Scaling and Root Planing Plaque and tartar are removed from the roots of the teeth using a deep cleaning technique called scaling and root planing.
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  • 5 Things To Know About Getting A Frenectomy


    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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  • Three Health Benefits Of Gum Graft Surgery


    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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  • Are You Experiencing A Dental Emergency?


    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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  • Pediatric Dentists And Parents: Who Has Which Job?


    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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  • Are Splinted Implants Right For You?


    If you are missing multiple teeth, you may be looking into single-unit dental implants, dentures, or bridges. One option you may want to consider is a splinted implant. Splinted implants are implants that are fused together at the crown—like a bridge. While portions of a dental bridge may only sit above the gumline, splinted implants still have posts beneath the gumline for each individual tooth. There are some pros and cons for splinted implants, so ask yourself the following questions to see if splinted implants would be a good fit.
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  • 4 Tips For Using A Floss Threader


    Do you have a dental bridge and are having trouble cleaning underneath it? If so, it will help to know some tips for using a floss threader so that you can keep this difficult-to-reach part of your mouth clean. Insert The Floss Like A Needle And Thread The first thing that you need to do is learn how to insert the floss into the floss threader. Think of the floss threader as if you are using a needle and thread since the floss threader has a big loop that is used to insert the dental floss.
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  • Recommendations For A Successful Orthodontics Appointment And After-Care


    Braces are a great way to get that perfect smile with neatly aligned teeth and no gaps or crooked spaces. Approximately 4 million Americans wear them every year. Braces today have come a long way from those in the past, and there are plenty of convenient and easy-to-use treatments to get your teeth straightened. However, when it is time for you to get braces for your child, there can be a lot of merit to being prepared for the appointment and what they can expect afterward.
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