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 for Eating and Drinking With Veneers
Dental veneers are an excellent option for getting the perfect smile you’ve always wanted. Veneers are tooth coverings that look and feel identical to natural teeth. Veneers cover your natural teeth, concealing chips, stains, and abnormal teeth in the process. If you are getting dental veneers expect that it will take a few visits to…
Overcoming Your Fear of Getting Dentures
If you are exploring ways to restore your bite and smile, your dentist has probably brought up dentures as an option. If you are worried about getting dentures, it is important to express your feelings to your dentist. While it is perfectly fine to go with another treatment option, you should make a thought-out decision…
Top Reasons to Take Care of Your Teeth
The importance of taking care of the teeth can’t be overstated. Unfortunately, this is often neglected. Many people only realize this when they start to experience the ripple effect of their oral problem/s on their health, self-esteem, and overall quality of life. If you’ve been feeling a little complacent about taking care of your teeth,…
What Every Parent Should Know About Sports and Dental Health
We all know about the importance of looking after our children’s teeth to prevent tooth decay and gum disease, but protecting teeth in sports can be equally important. Sports, such as baseball, soccer, basketball, and even skateboarding, can make teeth vulnerable to damage, which can be costly and lead to long term dental problems. In…
Alternatives to Dentures
For many decades, dentures were the standard – and were the only available treatment for dental patients with missing teeth. However, they are highly inconvenient, are not fully dependable when biting into food, and are not always very natural-looking or natural-feeling. Today, you can now get dental implants to replace your missing teeth. Let’s talk…