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On the second Saturday of every month, Art Spot Reno is offering a guided tour of the murals located throughout Reno. The tour, which begins and finishes at the Blue Whale Coffee Company, is an organized effort to help Reno citizens and visitors identify some of the local art that makes Reno a creative and (more…).

Many people with advanced dental problems will need more care for their teeth than any single procedure can provide. For patients with significant oral health issues, a comprehensive dentist can perform the necessary steps to attain full mouth reconstruction. Procedures exist to restore teeth, improve their appearance, or replace them. If you are afflicted by (more…).

The choices you make concerning what you eat and drink can have an impact on your oral health. An over-consumption of sugar can contribute to weight gain, and increase your diabetes risk. It can also negatively impact your teeth. If you have a history of cavity troubles, or if you want to avoid developing cavities, (more…).

The color of your teeth can affect your confidence in your smile. If they have become dull or discolored, it can make you self-conscious about your appearance. While a number of methods exist for changing the color of your teeth, the approach you take can be affected by the type, and severity, of discoloration. Your (more…).

When you make your oral health an active concern, you can significantly reduce your risk for developing more serious problems with your teeth. If you want to avoid complicated dental procedures, you can prevent a little problem from becoming a big issue by making regular visits to your dentist. Problems like cavities worsen over time. (more…).

The loss of a single tooth can have an adverse effect on your smile, and can make chewing and speaking uncomfortable. What you might not realize is that tooth loss can have effects that go beyond these immediate concerns. Teeth neighboring an absence have less support, and they face a greater risk of falling out. (more…).

Depending on how long it goes untreated, a cavity can have a range of effects on your oral health. While it may not be necessary for a cavity that is treated early, a tooth with an advanced cavity may need a dental crown. A dental crown protects weakened or damaged teeth by shielding them with (more…).

Porcelain veneers can improve the appearance of your smile on several fronts. You can correct for teeth that appear unhealthy, discolored, or damaged. If you are interested in receiving porcelain veneers from your dentist, you should know that they are a permanent addition to your teeth. Just as you need to ensure that your teeth (more…).

While you might expect to have bad breath after eating foods with a strong odor, chronic bad breath can be worrisome. It can be a source of embarrassment, and a sign that something might be physically wrong. Chronic bad breath may indicate gum disease. Gum disease occurs when the bacteria in your mouth infiltrate your (more…).

Troubled sleeping may not seem like a relevant problem to discuss during a routine checkup, but if you struggle with snoring or sleep apnea, your dentist can help. Both snoring and sleep apnea are related to a restriction in your air passages while you sleep. People with sleep apnea lose oxygen for ten seconds or (more…).