Tips For Fresher Breath

tipsrainbowAsk a friend or loved one what to do about your bad breath, and you can be sure you will receive a variety of suggestions. Some may tell you about their favorite mouthwash, while others will insist you avoid certain foods. It’s true, of course, that pungent foods like garlic can result in immediate unsavory breath – however, it should go away if it’s just the food. If you’re dealing with a chronic problem, however, the underlying issue may require you to revisit your daily dental hygiene – and it may require you to schedule a visit with us. Learn a bit more with some helpful tips.

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Quiz Your Periodontal Disease Knowledge

quizblueAre you fully informed about periodontal disease? Do you know what it takes to avoid it, how to identify symptoms, and when to schedule a visit with us if something seems slightly off? If you are not quite sure if you’re a gum-disease-knowledge master or if you still have a bit of education to soak up, we invite you to take a quick quiz. Fortunately, the more you know about keeping your gums in excellent condition, the easier it is to maintain a healthy, gorgeous smile for years to come.

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Preventive Dentistry: Your Guide

beginnerguidesignThe very basis of preventive dentistry is exactly what it sounds like – preventing problems from occurring. The great news about prevention is that it is effective and quite easy to accomplish as long as you are familiar with your options. First, keep in mind that an essential factor is your home care. As long as you are brushing twice daily and flossing once a day, you are fulfilling the dental hygiene necessary for a healthy smile. Then comes the professional preventive care, which performs those aspects of smile maintenance that you cannot address at home. We invite you to learn more about the comprehensive treatments we offer, so you feel secure about your ability to maintain excellent oral health.

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Q&A: Full Mouth Reconstruction

womanworriedWe see patients dealing with all manner of dental issues. When it comes to significant problems with your oral health, we would like you to know we are ready to help you. Your best option is to schedule a visit with us, so we can examine your smile and craft a personalized full mouth reconstruction care plan to address your needs. We will provide comprehensive improvement, so you may look forward to a beautiful, healthy grin. Learn a bit more with some quick questions and answers.

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Questions About Tooth Infections

Q&AbulletinWhen you think about an infected tooth, do you assume that the infection will be able to clear all on its own? Do you assume you would know if you were suffering from one immediately because it would probably be quite uncomfortable? How about restorative treatment to address the problem – are you familiar with root canal treatment and how it can address a tooth infection? If you’re not quite certain about the details but you’re quite aware that infections are serious business, we invite you to ask your questions! While an in-office discussion is always preferable, we are happy to begin by offering common questions and answers that will get you started.

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Q&A Session: Partial Dentures

questionmarksfaceNeglecting to replace missing teeth can result in serious side effects, including problems like misalignment and difficulty with keeping your smile clean and healthy. For patients considering partial dentures for a complete smile, we understand that you may have a variety of questions – particularly when trying to compare this prosthetic to other solutions. We are more than happy to answer FAQs for the time being but suggest you schedule a visit to see us, so we may provide you with further details and a customized care plan.

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Bridge Basics: Nothing To Worry About

maturesmilewhiteNo matter the type of decision you are making for your smile, you may find yourself feeing the need to do thorough research. This is always something we applaud because patients who feel informed and educated before they make a final choice tend to feel satisfied and confident about their selections. As for choosing a dental bridge to replace missing teeth, we are more than happy to answer your long list of questions you have no doubt gathered up. Learn a bit more, so you can stop worrying about the future of your grin and can instead start looking forward to your complete smile.

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Q&A: Qualifying For Dental Implants

Dental implants q&arainbowprovide patients with exceptional benefits when replacing missing teeth. The advantages truly speak for themselves: Amazing stability, the capacity to prevent your teeth from shifting, and the ability to improve your daily dental hygiene. However, while you may love everything you learn about implants, you may not know much about determining your candidacy. The best method for finding out if you qualify is scheduling a visit, so we may examine your smile and discuss your options. In the meantime, however, we suggest considering some commonly asked questions (and corresponding answers) for a better understanding of who implants suit best.

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Q&A: Teeth Replacement Options

questionmarkblueLearning more about your teeth replacement options is extremely important. Not only because it’s good to make an educated decision about the way you complete your smile but primarily because replacing missing teeth is essential for a healthy smile. You see, ignoring tooth loss can lead to significant problems like a misaligned smile, dental hygiene problems, tooth decay, and even jaw dysfunction. Fortunately, by replacing your teeth, you can regain your confidence, while preventing complications. Have some questions about your options? Allow us to provide you with the details you seek.

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Crowns: Answering Your Questions

dentalcrowndirectviewLearning about dental crowns will quickly reveal that these restorations are exceptional multi-taskers. Not only do they provide full coverage to damaged teeth, but they can also act as both restorative and cosmetic treatments. In some cases, a crown can even prevent the need for a dental extraction, saving your tooth from removal. As for the particulars of what we provide at our practice, you may find yourself quite curious about the materials we offer and what you can expect for your personal dental needs. Find out more with answers to questions commonly asked regarding crowns and personal treatment plans.

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