When contending with serious dental issues like deep cavities, excessive tooth misalignment, or a dead tooth that needs to be pulled, many dental patients will make the choice to receive some form of dental implantation. What is a dental implant? A dental implant is a surgically installed material that acts as a base for artificial
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Having damaged or misaligned teeth fixed can restore a great amount of confidence in one’s smile and improve their mental state. Porcelain veneer application is one of the most popular and effective tools in restoring the appearance of teeth. What are porcelain veneers? Porcelain veneers are tiny, ceramic shells that resemble miniature teeth. They’re manufactured
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Our permanent teeth are meant to last a lifetime but sometimes that grand plan doesn’t hold true and one or more teeth must be extracted. There are a number of issues that can lead to tooth extraction; the most common being a badly damaged tooth from trauma or decay. Some other reasons include: Dentists sometimes
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Dentures are a long-used oral care treatment for a variety of issues including lost or removed teeth, gum disease, tooth decay, and other maladies. As a refresher, dentures are removable synthetic teeth and gums that are custom fit to your mouth. Dentures are created with a hard resin combined with flexible plastic that closely resemble
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Most of us are familiar with teeth whitening and many people actively employ the process. Indeed, an entire segment of the dental field and related products have grown around teeth whitening. But have you heard of dental bonding? It’s in the same arena as whitening but with its own vibe and end results. Dental bonding
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Composite resin fillings have become more and more popular as an option for repairing damage resulting from cavities and tooth decay. The main reason this method is such an attractive option is because the resin filling more closely matches the natural appearance of our teeth. This means that they are perfect for filling in cavities
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If you have noticed sensitivity or swelling in your gums, it could be a warning sign of gum disease and your everyday oral habits could be the culprits. Brushing your teeth too hard, using a toothbrush with stiff bristles, and grinding your teeth not only damages them, it can also trigger gum recession. Bleeding gums
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Fillings have come a long way. Fillings used to be made of metal amalgam material and were visible when a person yawned, laughed, or smiled. Additionally, there were also trace amounts of mercury in these fillings that could make them less than ideal for long-term health. It’s no wonder that so many people are opting
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How do movie stars get such megawatt smiles? Part of it is surely genetics, but living in 2019, part of it might be good ol’ medical technology. If you have misshapen, crooked, or stained teeth, you might consider dental veneers as an option (they’re also called porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates). If that’s the
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If you’re not familiar with the makeup of the tooth, it is covered with a hard layer of protective enamel, under which lies the dentin. Within, there’s a soft pulp that contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue, all of which is involved in helping the tooth grow. If this tissue becomes infected, you may
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