Dental fillings are among the most common types of restorative dental treatment options. Dental fillings are used for salvaging decaying teeth; restoring their appearance, function, and structure; and protecting them from further decay. Dental fillings are also used for repairing chipped teeth and those that have been damaged due to misuse, such as tooth grinding. If you…
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Tips on How to Clean Your Dentures
If you have one or more teeth that are missing or must be removed, you will want new teeth to fill in the gaps. If you do not want to have dental surgery (which is required for dental implants), or if your jawbone isn’t strong and healthy enough for implants, your dentist may recommend that…
Dental Implant Surgery: Tips for a Successful Recovery
Dental implant surgery, in and of itself, yields a high success rate. The real challenge, however, comes after the procedure is done. The recovery process is just as critical as the operation itself—it needs equal care and commitment. At Hagerman Dental Care, we understand how the whole process of recovering from dental implant surgery can…
Useful Tips for Eating with New Dentures
The idea of wearing dentures can make you feel anxious, especially if it is your first time. Because they are not your natural teeth, dentures do take some getting used to. Figuring out how to keep them in place, learning how to eat and speak, and caring for them properly all entail a learning curve…
Can veneers ruin your teeth?
A popular cosmetic solution for teeth that are stained, discolored, chipped, gapped, misshapen, misaligned, or worn down are veneers. Veneers are shells in the shape of natural teeth that are placed over the natural tooth that needs to be concealed. A lot of the patients that are recommended veneers by their dentist may wonder whether…
What Is My Dental Hygienist Doing?
Your mouth is the entryway to your digestive and respiratory systems, so it indeed plays a key function in your health. As such, it needs optimum protection and care. To keep your mouth clean and healthy, you need to brush and floss every day. You also need to keep regular dental appointments – which naturally…
Frequent Dental Crown Problems and Remedies
A dental crown is a permanent tooth-shaped covering that encases a small existing portion of the natural tooth to restore its original strength, shape, color, and size. It can also be used with a dental implant to replace a lost tooth. Dental crowns can be used for a number of reasons, such as following root…
What Are the Symptoms and Signs of Oral Cancer?
Oral cancer refers to cancer that develops in or on any part of the mouth. It can be life-threatening if not diagnosed and treated in its early stages because cancerous cells in this area of the body tend to become very aggressive. Although oral cancer doesn’t always present obvious symptoms or pain, there are signs…
Stages of Tooth Decay
Tooth decay is a common cause of tooth pain. If left untreated, it can result in cavities, infection, and even tooth loss. Maintaining good oral hygiene and regular dental visits play a vital role in preventing tooth decay. The initial signs of tooth decay aren’t always obvious. Understanding the stages of tooth decay can help…
10 Bad Foods for Your Teeth
Tooth decay develops gradually – a product of years of unhealthy oral habits. Left untreated, it could affect deeper structures in your mouth and develop into a condition that may require surgical intervention or tooth loss. Your oral health is strongly linked to your overall health, so it’s vital to cultivate healthy habits. It’s especially…
