Receding gums are a common dental health problem affecting a large number of Americans. Gum recession refers to the process by which the gum tissue that surrounds to teeth pulls back or wears away, exposing more of the tooth or the tooth’s root. When this occurs, pockets or gaps form between the teeth and the…
If you are currently wearing dentures, you are all too familiar with denture adhesive creams. For many individuals, dealing with these messy gooey and expensive creams is a big hassle. Or, perhaps you are concerned about the safety of your denture adhesive cream. Many denture adhesive creams contain zinc. High blood levels of zinc have…
Currently, the options for replacing missing teeth include bridges, partial dentures, full dentures and dental implants. Of these options, only dental implants provide a permanent solution that allows for replacement teeth that look, feel and function like natural teeth. For this reason, more and more patients are choosing dental implants to replace their missing teeth.…
Happy 2014. It is a new year, full of possibilities. This is the year to make things happen. Maybe you want to get a new job or accept a promotion for a leadership position. Perhaps it is time to get back on the dating scene. Whatever your aspirations for 2014, don’t let your smile hold…
Is replacing a missing tooth one of your New Year’s resolutions this year? If you have lost a tooth due to tooth decay, infection, gum disease, trauma or any other reason and have been putting off replacing it due to cost or fear of the dentist, now is the time to replace it. Failure to…
Chances are you have heard about dental implants. This revolutionary tooth replacement option has changed the lives of many people all over the United States and throughout the world. You may even have a friend or family member who has gotten dental implants. But do you really understand how dental implants work? Dental implants serve…
The holidays are upon us once again. That wonderful time when we get together with friends, family members, coworkers and other loved ones to celebrate the magic of the season. You may have been meaning to improve your smile before the holiday season began, however, with all the shopping, cooking and trying to finish up…
Past research has shown dental implants to be a highly effective and successful treatment for missing teeth. That is why they are currently considered by many experts to be the “gold standard” in tooth replacement. However, results of recent large, international clinical trials have provided patients and dentists with an even higher level of confidence…
Have you ever dreamed that your teeth were falling out? You wake up in a cold sweat and run to the mirror to make sure you still have all of your pearly whites. Sound familiar? If so, you are not alone. This dream about tooth loss is one of the most common anxiety dreams reported.…
With the latest advances in cosmetic dental technology and techniques, it is now possible for virtually everyone to have the smile of their dreams: a smile that is healthy, confident and long lasting. However, with all of the cosmetic dental treatments available, how do you determine which solution or combination of solutions is right for…
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