Getting braces for your child can be a stressful time. You must make it as fun as possible for your kids and make them feel comfortable with the process. For orthodontic treatment to work, your child must cooperate and wear braces for some time. For your child to stay motivated and committed to their treatment,…
In most of our lifetimes, we will all need the services of a dentist. This blog is intended to help you determine the right dentist for your needs. First, a basic overview on dental degrees. The DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) and DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) are both dental degrees. They are awarded upon…
Your teeth are one of the first things people notice about you, so taking care of them is important. However, many people are unaware of the habits that ruin their teeth. Several habits can harm oral health, from not brushing properly to not flossing regularly. This article will look at some of the…
By Tony Prestipino, CDT Do denture wearers still need to see their dentist twice a year for hygiene? The quick answer is yes, and here’s why. We all know when we go to the dentist for our bi-annual teeth cleaning that it is for our oral health. Oral health is much more, however, than just…
By: Bennett Napier, CAE For most people, at some point in our lives we will use the services of a licensed dentist. This blog is intended to help you determine the right dentist for your needs. It’s important for patients to know the alphabet soup of designations and specialties within dentistry. The DDS (Doctor of…
How Does Smoking Affect Your Oral Health? People who smoke are at risk for oral health problems. Cigarettes and tobacco can cause gum disease, oral cancer, and tooth loss.1 They also have a higher risk for complications following mouth surgery and tooth removal. Smoking affects your teeth and other structures in the mouth. The most common oral…
The dental laboratory and dental client relationship has gone through many changes over the last several years. With the advancement of technology, dentists are ever-relying on the dental laboratory to provide knowledge of the materials and to recommend resources for the implementation of new technology. The laboratory has stepped up and has been there to…
What is a Palate Expander? Palate (palatal) expanders are orthodontic appliances that create more space in a child’s mouth by widening the palate (roof of the mouth) over time. The goal of palatal expansion is to widen narrow palates in children and correctly align the upper teeth and jaw. This treatment can only be completed before the…
We’ve come a long way since the mid 1980’s, when a Sleep Apnea appliance involved your tongue being held forward, protruding through your lips, and out of your mouth, all night long! Today’s appliances are smaller, sleeker, lighter, stronger, more adjustable, more biocompatible, more accurate, and more comfortable. This article hi-lights just how far we…
With the fairly substantial amount that a dentist charges for a crown or other restorative work these days, many of us have considered buying dental insurance privately or through your employer as a way to smooth out the cost of dental care over the year rather than having to come up with the full amount…