A Patient’s Guide To Planing And Scaling
Root planing and dental scaling are the safest and most effective methods for treating gum disease. Your dentist may recommend a root planing and dental scaling procedure to reverse gum disease and prevent its...
Flossing Mistakes To Avoid
When done properly, flossing can help you avoid tooth decay and gum disease, but are you doing it the right way? Your flossing technique can prevent the decay that could lead to a root canal or even tooth...
A Look At Inlay Restorations
Inlay restorations are an option for patients who want a custom filling to repair a decayed or damaged tooth or a defective filling. They are a more conservative treatment than a root canal and crown because they...
How Flossing Protects Your Health
Ask any dentist what you can do to protect your dental health, and there is a good chance that flossing will come up in the conversation. Flossing is one of the most basic things you can do to prevent gum...
Types Of Periodontitis
Periodontitis is a form of gum disease that occurs if gingivitis is left untreated. If you develop periodontitis, only treatment by a dentist or periodontist can prevent further damage to your gums.
When Should You Consider Sedation Dentistry?
If you have been avoiding dental care because of anxiety, sedation dentistry could be right for you. With sedation dentistry, you can get the care you need in complete comfort and without the anxiety you may have...
Which Toothbrush Is Right For You?
Since brushing your teeth is the foundation of good oral hygiene and the best way to avoid the need for dental treatments like a filling or root canal, having the right toothbrush is crucial. There are many...
What You Need To Know About Tobacco And Oral Health
If you are a smoker, one of the best things you can do for your oral health is quit. Tobacco has a dramatic effect on your oral health and can lead to everything from severe staining that can only be corrected...
Answering Questions About Composite Fillings
Along with veneers and teeth whitening, composite fillings are a type of dental treatment that improves the aesthetics of your smile. Unlike some cosmetic dentistry treatments, however, composite fillings are also...
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