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When you’re trying to prevent tooth decay, you need all the help you can get, and dental sealants are a powerful new defense for patients of all ages. While a popular option in pediatric practices as an inexpensive way of helping to protect teeth in patients who may not be brushing properly, adults can also…

The experience of having a cavity can be uncomfortable and embarrassing in equal measure. First, there’s the pain and sensitivity of having your tooth’s inner core exposed. Combine this with the social stigma associated with poor oral hygiene, or the perception of the same, and no one wants to admit they’ve had one. Fillings are…

So you’ve finally committed to it and gotten yourself that fresh new set of teeth you’ve been dreaming of. Whatever caused your initial concerns, you can say with confidence that you’ve got a beautiful smile, and you intend on keeping it. It’s at this moment that you may start wondering whether or not there are…

Healthy teeth and gums may seem like an easy task to take part in, but keeping up with hygiene can be a struggle for many people. Financial limitations can prevent people from getting timely dental care, and poor oral health can have long term consequences on a person’s overall health, employment, and well-being. With the…

Contrary to what many dental patients believe, all false teeth are not equal. When you’ve lost your natural teeth, what option you use to replace them can make a difference in your experience. Comfort and longevity are possible with both primary forms of replacement, but there is a distinct difference that may make you choose…

We all know that decay and trauma can lead to a tooth needing to be extracted, but we also know that fillings and restorations exist. Tooth extraction is the single most frequent dental procedure performed in the United States, and modern techniques make it faster, easier, and more pain-free than ever. Not every tooth that…

Cosmetic dental treatments can take up a lot of time and consideration, especially if you wish to improve the appearance of your teeth, but don’t know where to start. One of the best recommendations we offer is to visit your dentist for their professional opinion. Visiting your dentist will allow you to gain a deeper…

For many parents with children, it’s often confusing why many dentists and orthodontists recommend early orthodontic treatment. For some, parents often refuse to take their children to an orthodontist because they don’t see the reasons behind the treatment. According to the American Dental Association, the recommended age for a child’s first visit to an orthodontist…

Over the counter whitening products, such as toothpaste, gels, strips, and mouthwashes, usually can remove stains from teeth. However, not all teeth stains are alike, and many times, the stains on your teeth can reflect your overall oral health. Simple discolorations from drinking coffee and not brushing as often as you should only reflect lightly…