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Stress can have a detrimental effect on your health, and this includes your oral health. Stress weakens the immune system, making it harder for your body to fight illness and infection. It can also aggravate symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). Taking measures to reduce your stress can help reduce these unwanted side effects. The…
DetailsTooth loss is extremely common among adults in America and it can complicate each aspect of everyday life. Choosing a replacement option can be difficult and confusing. Many edentulous patients are turning to All-on-4. This remarkable technique utilizes the best of modern technology to produce a lifelike set of permanent prosthetic teeth which functions…
DetailsMany people grind their teeth, especially at night. The damage this unconscious habit causes can lead to serious problems with your teeth, no matter how diligent your oral hygiene might be. If you grind your teeth, talk to your dentist about treatment so you can prevent the long-term issues associated with this common problem. Causes…
DetailsA gummy smile—one in which the gums seem proportionally larger than the teeth—can cause you to be self-conscious and uncomfortable about your smile. Cosmetic veneers can fix the appearance of too much gum and give you back your confidence. Veneers and a Gummy Smile A gummy smile is one that shows more gum than is…
DetailsSleep apnea is a surprisingly common condition in which you actually stop breathing multiple times during the night. If untreated, it can lead to a wide variety of health problems, many of which can be misinterpreted as having very different causes. If you suffer from apnea, our dentist might be able to help. Symptoms of…
DetailsIf you’ve lost one or more teeth, the next decision you’ll have to make is how to replace them. A prosthodontist—a dentist who specializes in prosthetic teeth—can help you decide what is the best option for you. Options for Tooth Replacement—Dental Implants Dental implants are the favored method of tooth replacement today because they provide…
DetailsDentures are subject to the same kind of everyday wear and tear as your natural teeth, but the substances used to make them aren’t always as hard as enamel. Sometimes a denture can get chipped or can even break off, marring your smile. If your denture is damaged, you should see our prosthodontist to have…
DetailsEven the loss of a single tooth can cause long-term consequences that can seriously damage the rest of your teeth. If you’ve lost a tooth to trauma, decay, or another cause, you should consider having it replaced. Dental implants are the best option for tooth replacement, though other options can also help prevent long-term problems.…
DetailsWhen people lose more than one tooth due to aging, injury, or other reasons, they may think that dentures are their only option for leading a normal life. However, dentures can be uncomfortable, slip out when you’re eating or talking, and they don’t help prevent bone loss that occurs when you lose tooth roots. Dental…
DetailsHistorically, dentures have been the most common treatment for missing teeth. However, now we have progressed to realistic looking teeth made of resins or porcelain and today, you can get the most comfortable dentures that have ever been available. Choosing Dentures Dentures are often used for people who have lost all or most of their teeth.…
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