3 Untrue Things About Fluoride

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There are many areas of dental care that can cause some amount of confusion. One of those “hot topics” that tends to show up quite frequently, for which patients seem to feel the need to commit themselves to one side or the other? It’s the topic of fluoride! You may feel as though you should be “for” or “against” it. The truth is, fluoride is essential, it’s a natural mineral, and without it, you and your family could end up with some serious oral health concerns. Find out more in regard to common untruths you may hear, as cleared up by our Livonia, MI practice!

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filed under: Children's Dentistry, General Dentistry

Making Your Child’s Dental Care A Lot More Fun!

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Generally speaking, your kiddos aren’t going to see dental care as the most exciting, fun-filled part of their day when we’re just talking about the basics. However, what you may not have recognized yet is that there are absolutely some very easy ways to make this otherwise somewhat uninteresting chore become an enjoyable part of your children’s lives (and yours, too, come to think of it!). When you add some of our Livonia, MI team’s ideas into your usual daily routine, you may quickly find that dental hygiene can be something your whole family smiles about!

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Why Neglecting Your TMJs Is So Bad

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Plain and simple, if you decide to ignore your TMJ health, you’re not doing yourself any favors. Instead, you’re setting yourself up for some major disappointment because when TMJ disorder strikes, it can begin as what appears to be a mild oral health concern. However, if you’re not aware of the potential side effects and how they can significantly impact your overall life, you’ll wish you had done something about your jaw joints earlier! Allow our Livonia, MI team to shed some light on what we mean, so you feel a bit more compelled to pay attention.

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Improving Nighttime Breathing With Oral Appliances

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Have you ever heard of orthotropic treatment? Using custom-made oral appliances, we use this unique treatment option to ensure open airways and help address sleep troubles in young children. Addressing these issues not only improves their mood and behavior, but also offers long-term benefits for kids in Livonia, MI. How do we improve nighttime breathing with oral appliances?

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A Few Things You Might Not Realize About Restorative Care

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When the final say on your smile during your dental visit with us includes the suggestion of restorative care, it means your oral health has slipped a bit. You might have a damaged tooth. You may have a missing tooth. Or a cavity! Or a tooth infection! The list is long and varied and, while it is easy to care for your smile, sometimes things happen that mean you will require additional help getting that oral health back in good shape. When you need this type of assistance, remember that our Livonia, MI team is here to provide the dental care you need! Learn a few things you might not realize about restorative dentistry to feel even better about receiving it.

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Worries About Cosmetic Care Holding You Back

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As you know, cosmetic care is one of the fields of dental care that we offer for a very good reason: We want to help you make your smile look its best, particularly in the wake of esthetic damage, such as discoloration, minor chips, and more. While this is likely knowledge that you’ve already soaked up in regard to cosmetic improvements, there may be some things holding you back. Our Livonia, MI team has discovered in more than one instance that little hurdles (that do not hold any actual weight) often stop patients from seeking the changes they want for themselves when they could otherwise receive care and feel amazing about their smiles! We would like to begin removing those obstacles with answers to frequently asked questions.

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Gum Disease: 3 Ways Of Realizing You Have It

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You are well aware that one of the main goals with your dental care is to keep your gums healthy. However, when it comes to issues like gingivitis and more advanced gum disease, you may not feel very informed in regard to how you will know it’s happening. Will it simply hurt? Is there some particular symptom that you will notice the moment it begins, you ask yourself? While recognizing the earliest signs of a problem with your gum health (gingivitis) can be a bit tricky, there are a few straightforward ways you can detect it. Join our Livonia, MI team as we examine them.

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filed under: Dental Hygiene, Gum Health