Addressing Your Implant Concerns

dentalimplantpinkHas the idea of replacing your missing teeth with dental implants crossed your mind more than once? Is there something stopping you from moving forward with implants as your solution of choice for your tooth loss? If so, you may be like many other patients who begin allowing their concerns about implants to trump their initial interest in this restorative option. Rather than miss out, we suggest you learn more with some simple questions and answers that can help you feel more confident about treatment.

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Q&A: Invisalign Treatment

q&arainbowDoes the idea of improving your smile alignment give you something to smile about? However, does the idea of walking around with metal brackets and wires over your smile cause you to run for the hills just as you begin considering orthodontic treatment? If so, we think it’s high time you learn more about Invisalign treatment, which straightens smiles with nearly undetectable treatment trays. Allow us to provide you with some helpful details with the assistance of frequently asked questions and answers.

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Reasons To Treat Gum Disease

reasonsblocksPatients who know just a bit about periodontal problems commonly assume that treating gum disease is not something requiring urgent attention. Some patients think that periodontal issues are unsightly without realizing they bring a long list of potential consequences with them. Others assume they have all the time in the world to address gum inflammation without realizing they are already on borrowed time. To the contrary, it is very important to take care of this oral disease with exceptional urgency. Not sure why? We invite you to consider some serious reasons to seek immediate treatment.

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3 Important Reasons to Choose Dental Implants

important reasons for dental implantsIf your smile is missing one or more teeth, then your confidence in smiling might have suffered from the loss. Yet, your teeth do more than fill out a beautiful smile; they also process your food, help stimulate your facial structures, and more. When one is lost, your bite loses some of its ability to perform its duties, meaning it can become more difficult to bite, chew, and enunciate your words clearly. The most effective tooth replacements – dental implants – are able to not only restore your smile’s appearance, but also re-establish as much of your bite’s vital functions as possible.  (more…)

When Is It Time to Visit Your Dentist?

when is it time to visit your dentistMost people are aware that they should visit their dentist, but not everyone knows exactly when to make the call. Aside from routine visits, there may also be times when seeing your dentist as soon as possible is necessary. Often, neglecting treatment when it’s needed the most could lead to tooth loss and potential threats (or increased risks) to your systemic health. If you notice signs that might indicate a dental issue, or if you experience an emergency such as a broken tooth, then it is definitely time to visit your dentist as soon as possible. (more…)