The Prevention and Treatment Of Gum DiseaseThe Prevention and Treatment Of Gum Disease

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The Prevention and Treatment Of Gum Disease

My name is Hal Martin and at my last dental checkup my dentist told me that I had gum disease. My dentist gave me instructions about what I needed to do so that the gum disease wouldn't get worse and turn into periodontal disease. When I returned home, I immediately began learning everything I could about gum disease by reading dental articles online. I sure didn't want it to get worse so I knew that I needed to take action right away. In this blog, you'll learn all about gum disease including what it is, the causes and how you can help prevent it. I wanted to write this blog to get the word out to as many people about gum disease to hopefully help others have healthy gums.

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How First Timers Should Prepare For A Dental Implant Procedure
31 August 2022

As is the case with most dental procedures, you'll …

Is Tooth Reshaping Right For You?
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The Advantages Of A Dental Bridge: Why You Might Want One
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Treating A Toothache: What Is The Right Way To Get Relief?

28 December 2019
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Are you experiencing a bad toothache? The pain may come and go, but it likely gets worse when you are trying to get rest at night. The reason that toothaches tend to get even worse when people are trying to sleep is that there is more pressure applied to the head during that time. Unfortunately, the pain probably will not go away on its own. Even if you can get temporary relief, the pain associated with a toothache is often a sign of a much bigger problem. Read More 

Cavity? Take It Easy And Your Child Will Too

25 November 2019
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

No parent ever expects to hear that their child has a cavity and that the dentist suggests filling it. To help your child cope better, you might want to pay attention to the way you handle this common dental procedure. For some tips on helping your child get that first cavity filled without trauma and stress, read on. Know Your Options If the cavity is very small and just on the surface, your dentist might decide not to fill it. Read More 

3 Most Common Types Of Sedation Used In Dentistry

28 October 2019
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

When it comes to sedation dentistry, it is important to understand that there is more than one type of sedation. The term sedation dentistry is used to describe the various types of sedation used within the dental field. There are different types of sedation dentistry used for different types of issues.   Sedation Type #1: Inhaled Minimal Sedation  One of the most common types of sedation used is inhaled minimal sedation. When it comes to this procedure, you breathe oxygen through a mask that is placed over your face. Read More 

Tips for Identifying a Dental Abscess

4 October 2019
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

A dental abscess can cause a lot of pain around the tooth that is infected, which may even seem like you have a toothache. That's why it's a good idea to understand the signs that you actually have a dental abscess that will require help from your dentist to fix. Odd Tastes It's possible that you notice an odd taste in your mouth. This is caused by the abscess since it has a puss that can potentially leak out and affect your taste buds. Read More 

4 Tips For Wearing Braces

2 September 2019
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

If you want to have the best smile possible, you may want to consider getting braces. This is the key to enjoying the straightest teeth. You may need to wear the braces for some time, and knowing the best way to handle this situation is ideal. 1. Avoid eating hard foods One of the things you'll want to do is to eat foods that are easy to chew. It's never a good idea to continually eat things that are hard when getting your braces because this can translate to more soreness and discomfort. Read More