According to reports, there is at least one death every hour attributable to oral cancer. Because the mouth is primarily closed and damp, it is a fantastic place for infections to fester and cancer to take hold. Oral (mouth) cancer can occur on the lips, tongue, gums, insides of the cheeks, the roof of the…
Archives for May 2019
Full Dentures vs. Partials
For people who have missing teeth – whether due to an injury or disease – those spaces in their mouth make biting, chewing, and speaking a chore. Missing teeth can even affect the structure and shape of a person’s face, because teeth help keep the facial muscles from sagging. For a person who is missing…
The Pros and Cons of Dental Implants
Dentures used to be the best option for getting a perfect smile despite having a few lost teeth. Dentures are removable, but permanent fittings – dental implants – have become an incredibly popular option in cosmetic dentistry. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of dental implants to help you decide whether it…
Root Canals, Necessary But Not Evil
A lot of people have strong feelings about root canals. Partly to blame are the misconceptions that swirl around the procedure. The way root canals are discussed, it’s as if the dental procedure is downright evil. But does it really deserve to be called evil? The reputation of root canals has been incrementally improving in…