by | Apr 5, 2018 | Blog, Dentistry General
Digital x-rays are a more streamlined way of taking dental radiographs. Like traditional x-rays, digital versions provide an in-depth view of the structures of the mouth, helping dentists detect complications and develop effective modes of treatment. Digital x-rays...
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Blog, Dentistry General
Having bad breath can be an embarrassing problem – especially if you are regularly face to face with other people. Known professionally as halitosis, bad breath plagues many people every day. Most cases of bad breath can be remedied by efficiently brushing the teeth....
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Dentistry General, Pediatric Dentistry, Preventive, Services
Dental sealants are clear coatings applied to the surfaces of a child’s molars to prevent the development of tooth decay. They work by preventing food and plaque from resting in the grooves and crevices of molars – an area especially susceptible to cavities. According...
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Dentistry General, Restorative, Services
Dentures are a common type of dental prosthetic used to replace missing teeth. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth in the mouth have been lost or removed due to decay, damage, or gum disease. Partial dentures, also known as overdentures, are used when there...
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Dentistry General, Preventive, Services
A bite guard is a dental appliance custom-fit to a patient’s teeth. Bite guards serve varying purposes and are often recommended for use in patients of all ages. It is important that bite guards be professionally fit, rather than purchased over the counter, as this...
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Blog, Dentistry General, Periodontics
Flossing is an important part of an oral hygiene routine, but research suggests that fewer than half of Americans do so daily. Flossing is simple and only takes an extra couple of minutes per day. Developing a healthy habit of flossing can prevent tooth decay and gum...
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