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Seven Most Common Dental Emergencies
Seven Most Common Dental Emergencies

If you practice good oral hygiene and visit your dentist twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning, you probably don’t expect anything out-of-the-ordinary to happen to your teeth or gums. But unfortunately, emergencies can still occur. We’ll look at the seven most common that lead to an unintended trip to your dentist for…

What You Need to Know About Invisalign

The introduction of Invisalign® in 1999 changed the game for orthodontic treatment, liberating many patients from the inconvenience and discomfort of traditional bracket-and-wire braces — not to mention their unappealing appearance. The clear aligners were especially a benefit for teenagers and adults, whose smile could now be unobstructed as it was being improved. While the…

Seven Most Common Questions That Patients Ask Their Dentist
Seven Most Common Questions That Patients Ask Their Dentist

Everyone has questions about their oral health! The person they ask most frequently to be assured of getting accurate information is their dentist. Here are seven of the most common questions that patients ask their dentist! 1.How often should I get a dental checkup? Visiting the dentist twice a year is typically recommended for most…

Does Ozempic Affect Oral Health?
Does Ozempic® Affect Oral Health?

Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications were originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes. But when patients reported losing weight after being prescribed the medication, it became a breakthrough drug for those whose long-term battles with obesity and overweight had never been won. Although most people focus on the advantages of these medications, every prescription drug…

Why an Overbite Should be Corrected
Why an Overbite Should be Corrected

Fans of the HBO series “The White Lotus” became involved in a lively debate during season three, when English actress Aimee Lou Wood’s smile revealed a conspicuous overbite and unevenly shaped teeth. Those accustomed to the perfect Hollywood smile that’s the American standard criticized her for failing to conform, while others praised Wood for embracing…

What You Need to Know About TMJ Disorder
What You Need to Know About TMJ Disorder

Temporomandibular disorder — commonly known as TMJ disorder — is a condition that doesn’t receive a great deal of attention. Unless you are one of the approximately 10 million Americans affected by it, that is. While some individuals experience constant jaw pain, others experience intermittent or episodic pain — which can range from a dull…

How Your Teeth Change As You Age
How Your Teeth Change As You Age

Do your teeth seem to be moving around your mouth? Are your pearly whites no longer so bright? Are your teeth actually growing? If you’ve celebrated more than a few birthdays, these changes may be puzzling, but are a normal part of getting older! Learning how your teeth change as you age can help you…

How Periodontal Disease Can Affect Your Health
How Periodontal Disease Can Affect Your Health

Did you know that your head is connected to the rest of your body? And that your teeth, gums, tongue, etc., are part of your head – which is connected to the rest of your body? While these questions may seem absurd, many people typically don’t consider that poor oral health affects your overall health….

What is a Sinus Lift?
What is a Sinus Lift?

Since dental implants have become a commonplace procedure, the sinus lift is being performed with corresponding frequency. For many people, a sinus lift — also known as sinus augmentation — is needed to make a dental implant possible. Some people who need a dental implant don’t have enough bone support necessary for the procedure because…

Are All-on-Four Dental Implants Right for You?
Are All-on-Four Dental Implants Right for You?

Even those who take excellent care of their oral health can still face tooth loss. Depending upon your individual situation, options for prosthetic teeth restorations can include a dental bridge, partial denture, full dentures and dental implants. Although dental implants are popular for their ability to look, feel and function like your natural teeth, they…