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It would be surprising to find someone who hopes that the improvements gained from a cosmetic dental treatment will be short-lived. If you seek professional help in improving your smile, you presumably want those results to last. One reason so many patients will elect to receive porcelain veneers is that they provide a long-term improvement. The (more…).

In its beginning stages, a cavity will only affect your enamel. Over time, decay will continue to spread, and will pass through the dentin layer en route to the tooth’s pulp. Because the pulp houses living tissue, your tooth can become painful or highly sensitive when this occurs. A cavity at this stage can be (more…).

When you seek treatment at a comprehensive dentistry practice, you can feel confident that your dentist can provide whatever treatments are needed to give you the best possible oral care. Over time, you may find yourself in need of different services, with different priorities. For instance, you may have healthy teeth, but find yourself wanting (more…).

Dental crowns make it possible to preserve a tooth that is not in good enough shape to stand on its own. This can mean restoring a tooth after a root canal, or protecting a tooth that has been damaged in an injury. Crowns are also used in prosthetic dentistry, as a means of holding your (more…).

You may love the results of a cosmetic dental treatment, but if you take poor care of your teeth after receiving it, you could tarnish your improved look. Taking care of your teeth is always important if you want to enjoy good oral health, and cosmetic procedures are intended to have long-lasting results. However, it (more…).

What would you assume to be the leading cause of tooth loss for adults? You might be surprised to know that advanced gum disease is chiefly responsible for this condition. Periodontitis is the name given to advanced stage gum disease. When an infection progresses to this point, it can do consequential harm to your gums, (more…).

Every day, you make choices that can harm – or help – your teeth. Some of what you do for your oral health is obvious, like the time and care you put into brushing and flossing. However, if you are not conscious of how your diet affects your teeth, you may not realize that certain (more…).

Incorporating semiannual checkups into your oral care plan can make it easier to provide quality care for your teeth. At each visit, your teeth are thoroughly cleaned, and your dentist will study them for a variety of different potential problems. As much as you can do to keep them in top shape at home, your dentist’s (more…).

There are a range of problems that can threaten your teeth, but a comprehensive dentist can provide a variety of services to keep them in good condition. The most immediate concern you should have is for the health of your teeth. Is your smile free of cavities? Are you dealing with gum disease? Your dentist (more…).

Dentures can help you regain your smile after serious tooth loss. Partial dentures work around your remaining teeth, with hidden clasps keeping the set in place. Many people assume full dentures must be supported by adhesive, or with natural suction. However, these are not your only options. Hybrid dentures use the support of dental implants (more…).