Has your little one’s first tooth arrived yet? Have you been thinking that you want to bring your child to see us for preventive care but you aren’t really sure if dental care is necessary for children? We understand that parents hesitate to schedule pediatric appointments for a wide variety of reasons – often because […]
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It may not have the sex appeal of the fashion industry or the ubiquity of the internet, but dentistry is as affected by changing trends as any other industry. And while things don’t move quite as quickly in the dental field as they do on the runway (you’re not going to see your dentist upgrading […]
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If you’ve continued to brush and floss your teeth every day since childhood, then you have a good chance of preventing most of the issues that could threaten your dental health. However, cavities, bad breath, and gum disease are not the only things your teeth have to contend with, and sometimes, you can’t prevent things […]
You may have heard the old adage: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” When it comes to your oral health, this saying is doubly true. After all, the “ounce” of time and money you spend brushing, flossing, and rinsing every day pales in comparison to the “pounds” you’ll spend on treating […]
When our patients feel nervous or apprehensive, we often recommend sedation dentistry as part of their treatment. We want to ensure every patient feels comfortable and relaxed. If you have any questions or concerns about this procedure, please take a look at the FAQs below. […]
You may be aware that stress can affect your whole body in a negative way, but did you know that there is a significant connection between stress and oral health? Not only can stress cause you to neglect your oral hygiene, it can also lead to serious and painful complications when not dealt with properly. […]
Tylenol and other over the counter pain relievers are the most common go-to treatments for headaches. If you experience chronic headaches (one or more a week), or face and jaw pain that leads to headaches, you may be a candidate for a type of proven headache relief provided by your dentist. TruDenta utilizes a combination […]
Even if you’ve never had one, you might still know enough about them to see the benefit in learning the most effective way to prevent cavities. Fortunately, protecting your teeth from the decay that causes them isn’t as difficult as some patients may believe. The best way is to understand how cavities develop in the […]
Your smile, including your teeth and oral structures, are unique, and so are your needs when it comes to restoring your dental health. Because of the intricate nature of tooth loss, modern dentistry offers a variety of restorative options for rebuilding your smile (i.e., dental bridges and dentures), depending on how many teeth are missing. […]
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When you lose a tooth, your immediate concern should be how to replace it so you can restore you mouth’s function (as well as your smile’s appearance). For many people, the solution lies in custom-built dental bridges, which span the gaps left by missing teeth to help rebuild incomplete smiles. However, before deciding if a […]
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