Dental anxiety is a discomforting fear that affects many patients. In some cases, it can even prevent patients from making an appointment with their dentist. An estimated 15 percent of patients suffer from some form of anxiety associated with a dental visit. This fear may arise from a traumatic experience in the past, believing a […]
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Losing a tooth as an adult can be a traumatic experience. Not only is the tooth fairy no longer coming to visit us, but also we do not have the reassurance of knowing that a new tooth will grow back in the missing tooth’s place. If you have lost a tooth as an adult, it’s
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TMJ is an acronym used to explain a generalized temporomandibular joint disorder. Essentially, this is a condition that causes problems within the hinge between the upper and lower jaw. Problems found within the jaw hinge itself, the attached muscular structure, connective tissue, and the surrounding bones are grouped together as symptoms of TMJ. When a
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While taking care of our teeth is of utmost importance, it’s also important to recognize the role that the gums play in maintaining a brilliant smile. The gums serve as a barrier of soft tissue in which the roots of the teeth are embedded. The gums are also closely fused to underlying bone in order
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Adults experience tooth loss when they have neglected their teeth and gums or practiced unhealthy lifestyle. Bad oral hygiene significantly increases your chances of decay or damaging gum disease. While diets high in sugar can eventually lead to tooth decay, other factors increase the risk of developing gum diseases such as genetics, smoking, and lack
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Consumption of sugary sodas, sweetened fruit drinks, and non-nutritious snacks are all currently at an all-time high. These foods and beverages generally have little if any nutritional value and over time they can take a toll on your teeth. Eating habits and food choices among our nation’s youth are important factors that affect how adolescents
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Are you getting a tooth pulled? Here is some information that can help you prepare for tooth removal. X-rays of the area are taken by your dentist or specialist to form a plan on the best way to remove the tooth. A panoramic X-ray may be taken if you are having wisdom teeth removed. This
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These days we consider brushing twice a day, flossing, visiting the dentist regularly, and perhaps even orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry to be the key ingredients to a perfect oral hygiene routine. Right? Well, not quite. Studies have found that our teeth are much less healthy than our ancestors. Alan Cooper, the director of the Australian
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Sinus Lift Bone Graft is a surgery that adds bone to your upper jaw where your molars and premolars are located. It’s sometimes called a sinus augmentation. The bone is inserted between your jaw and the maxillary sinuses, which are found on either side of your nose. The sinus membrane has to be “lifted” upwards
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Replacing a missing tooth has physiological and oral health benefits. With a missing tooth, bone underneath the jaw will start not to work as it should, causing strain and affecting your appearance. Here’s what can happen if you do not replace a missing tooth: You can eventually damage your joint with multiple missing teeth and
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