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Although they’re the most wide-spread chronic disease among children and adults alike, cavities are surrounded by myths and misconceptions that can mislead patients about the nature of their condition. Tooth decay describes a bacterial infection in your tooth’s main structure, and as it spreads, the infection eats away at the tooth, causing holes (cavities) to (more…).

Dental implants are a revolutionary addition to dentistry’s arsenal of teeth replacement tools. When one or more teeth are lost, the resulting damage can affect more than a patient’s confidence. Left unattended, tooth loss can slowly destroy a patient’s smile by leading to jawbone destruction and further tooth loss. Aside from providing replacement teeth with a sturdy (more…).

How much do you know about gum disease? You may recognize that it’s one of the most common forms of dental disease today, but did you know that gum disease in its advanced stages is a serious threat to your oral and overall health? There are many facets to the development and consequences of gum (more…).

Last week, we discussed snoring and how the phenomenon occurs. We also focused on how snoring is often more than it may seem, indicating a disorder known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The term, “apnea,” is Greek, and loosely translated as the cessation of breathing. Many patients are driven to seek a medical diagnosis and (more…).

Sleep apnea describes a condition during which you periodically stop breathing in your sleep, and is often marked by cycles of increasingly loud snoring. Though many patients don’t realize that they can find relief from snoring at their Reno dentists’ office, the truth is that Dr. Wager and Dr. Evans have helped many patients find the (more…).

Last week, we discussed the importance of brushing and flossing your teeth every day, and offered a few tips on how to make the most it. While the routine is necessary, even essential, to good hygiene, other routines and habits can introduce risks that your toothbrush and floss can’t match. Luckily, with a little diligence, (more…).

Did you know that there’s a right and wrong way to brush your teeth? For most of us, the routine is ingrained in our daily lives, and in spite of the importance of keeping your teeth clean, the ritual of brushing and flossing them may sometimes seem overly simple. However, caring for your smile can (more…).

As you read this sentence, there are over 600 identifiable kinds of bacteria inhabiting your mouth. Luckily, that’s not the problem. In fact, many of those microbes might be vital to your mouth’s delicate ecological balance. A problem arises, however, when you allow these germs to gather in force, forming a sticky film that protects (more…).

If maintaining good oral health and a beautiful smile are important to you, then welcome to Wager-Evans Dental. Dr. William Wager has served Reno patients with compassionate clinical care for over 35 years. Dr. Brian Evans adds his experience, creativity, and a gentle touch to the partnership. By providing comprehensive dental care, we can be (more…).

If you are missing teeth, you may be exploring your tooth replacement options. When you are considering dental implants, it is important to understand this state-of-the-art procedure. For example, do you know about the different kinds of implants? What are the benefits of this type of tooth replacement? Test your knowledge and find out if (more…).