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Don’t panic. It is not as bad as you think. Root canal therapy is really not any worse than getting a tooth filled. In fact, it is very similar and was developed as a procedure to save teeth. Once you lose your tooth or get it pulled more serious problems can develop. Your teeth can (more…).

A dental crown is a fabricated tooth to restore the original damaged tooth. It is replicated in the shape of the original tooth, the same size and shade. It is to restore your chewing function and, of course, your smile. Some dental treatments are complex, like implants, while others are non- or minimally invasive. Placing (more…).

Replacing a tooth is not merely for cosmetic reasons. Your tooth performs a function. It breaks up your food into tiny pieces so it is easier to swallow. As you are chewing, your saliva helps soften and break down the food too. Losing even a single tooth can cause discomfort and inconvenience when trying to (more…).

Dental offices are becoming equipped with many new and improved technologies these days that make dental treatments faster, easier, and more comfortable. Technology also makes treatment procedures more reliable, effective, and efficient.  This is very beneficial to the patient especially considering the link between your dental health and overall health. Keeping your mouth, teeth, and (more…).

The summer heat is sizzling. The central air is nice, but the kids want to be outside. What can you do in the outdoors and still keep cool? Go to the lake of course! Sparks Marina Park is a 77-acre lake featuring sandy beaches, paths for walking and biking, and trees for shade. A great (more…).

There are times when everyone fears the dentist. However, some people fear the dentist more than others. Some people fear the dentist so much that they just do not bothering going. Those people may, unfortunately, develop dental disease that can lead to tooth loss. Today, there are several ways dentists try to make their patient’s (more…).

You may have heard of sleep apnea but are still unsure of what it is. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that can affect anyone at any time. In fact, Shaquille O’Neal and Rosie O’Donnell are two celebrities known to suffer from sleep apnea. Did you know that general dentists can treat sleep apnea? How (more…).

Have you ever had a tooth pulled? Did you wish your dentist would simply pull your tooth rather than perform a root canal? Have you ever had a root canal? Do you wonder why your dentist doesn’t just pull your tooth rather than do a root canal? There is a philosophy behind dentistry and that (more…).

Placing dental veneers requires two appointments. During the first appointment your dentist will prepare your tooth or teeth. One to two weeks later, after the custom veneers have been fabricated and returned from the dental lab, your dentist will place the veneers. One or several teeth can be treated at the same time for dental (more…).

Looking for something to do with the kids on a hot summer’s day? Do we know the place for you! There is everything in one place  for ages 2 to 92 including a water park, bowling, black-light miniature golf, cool laser mazes, outdoor mini golf, go-kart racing, an arcade and more! If it is hard (more…).