Implants, Veneers and Bridges, Oh My!

Posted on: 8 June 2015

If a significant amount of your tooth has chipped due to trauma or decay, your dentist will recommend a restoration technique to fix your bite and the cosmetic appearance of your smile.  A dental crown is a popular restoration technique because it saves the remaining natural tooth and helps protect the tooth from further damage. What are the potential dental crown treatment options for a severely broken tooth? Here are a few treatments to discuss with your dentist the next time you visit the office.
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Posted on: 20 May 2015

Getting a child to sit still in the dental chair can be a challenge -- more so if your child has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Many kids with ADHD get fidgety and can't follow instructions. Although a child who gets distracted easily and needs to be in constant motion can be difficult to manage at the dentist's office, it isn't an impossible task. In addition to the behavioral issues, ADHD and the medicines used to treat it can contribute to a number of oral problems a dentist must watch for.
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Posted on: 25 April 2015

Even healthy food choices, such as soups and stews, can gradually change the color of your teeth, especially if the dishes contain canned tomato paste. Consuming canned tomato paste increases your risks for tooth enamel loss and discoloration. Before you take another sip or bite of your soups and stews, find out more about canned tomato paste, as well as how you can protect your teeth with cosmetic dental treatments.  
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Posted on: 7 April 2015

Does your child cover his or her teeth when in public because they are crooked? You can help build more confidence in your child by investing in metal braces, but first a dental examination is necessary to make sure your child is a good candidate. Find out below how metal braces can give your child a smile that he or she is proud of. How Can Metal Braces Improve a Child's Crooked Teeth?
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