Posts Tagged ‘tooth loss’
Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants
Research studies have shown at least 180 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. That is a significant number of people with a possible untreated gap or space in their smile. Luckily, for them dental technology has advancements to fill that gap in a very natural way for a lifetime of smiles. Dental…
Read MoreCommon Questions About Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is a progressive condition that should be treated immediately. Below you will find some common questions patients ask about periodontal disease. What Is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal disease is classified as an infection of the soft and hard tissues supporting your teeth. Periodontal disease is caused when plaque begins to build up on the…
Read MoreAlternatives To Tooth Extraction
If you have a damaged (from tooth decay or even periodontal disease) or traumatized tooth, extraction is not the only option as there is a chance that you can save your natural tooth. Whenever possible, it is always better to save your teeth rather than lose them, as missing teeth have negative effects on…
Read MoreWhy Do Our Teeth Shift?
As we age many changes occur in our bodies including our teeth. Our teeth shift and move over time due to many forces that we control and ones we do not. These forces include tongue movements, lips pushing against our teeth, and how our teeth come together. Below we will review some of these forces…
Read MoreI Have Osteoporosis…Are Dental Implants An Option?
Osteoporosis is a systemic disease of the bones that leads to a decreased density of bone and subsequent increased risk of fracture. Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle. Osteoporosis related fractures are most common in the hip, wrist or spine. Osteoporosis affects millions of people around the globe. It affects both men and women and of all…
Read MoreDental Check Up For Seniors
As we get go down the inevitable path of aging, health problems arise that we never expected. This includes oral health changes that can be kept at bay with proper care. Below you will find a list of some of the common dental health issues seniors face. Common Dental Health Issues For Seniors –Xerostomia (Dry…
Read MoreEating Disorders And Your Teeth
For many people, eating disorders are part of every day life. These abnormal eating habits may involve either insufficient or excessive food intake to the detriment of an individual’s physical and psychological health. The resulting effects of the dietary issues involved directly and indirectly relate to oral health problems. Common Types Of Eating Disorders –Anorexia Nervosa (commonly called, “anorexia”)…
Read MoreTop Reasons For Caring For Your Baby’s Teeth
Many people assume that a baby’s teeth are not important to care for because they will fall out eventually. This is simply not so. Not only can breakdown of these primary teeth cause severe discomfort and infection to your child, they can also have far reaching consequences into adulthood. As a matter of fact, in…
Read MoreDental Implants – An Option For Everyone
Dental implants have evolved over time and become an ideal replacement for a lost tooth or teeth. The long term success rate of dental implants is well over 95%. What once was a product offered to very few has now become a mainstream dental care service available to most. Options For Dental Implants Depending on…
Read More5 Ways To Keep Your Summer Smile Healthy
Summer is finally here! As the weather begins to heat up, most of us spend more time participating in outdoor activities. Different activities like Tennis, horseback riding, basketball, and swimming. As we have all of this fun, there are a few precautions one should take to protect their oral health. Protecting yourself will make the summer…
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