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If you had a cavity filled when you were younger, it’s extremely likely that it was filled with a dark, amalgam filling, which were initially developed from a combination of silver, zinc, copper, tin, and mercury. Over time, these fillings wear down and can start to deteriorate. Often, this deterioration can lead to leakage, which (more…).

Did you know that individuals with full smiles tend to live longer than those with missing teeth? Also, did you know that people with healthy, visually appealing smiles tend to be more successful both personally and professionally? You deserve a high-quality lifestyle, without having to worry about dietary restrictions, health concerns, and the embarrassment that (more…).

I’m Dr. Brian Evans of Wager Evans Dental, and because my partner, Dr. Wager, and I understand the impact dental health can have on your whole body and wellbeing, we place special emphasis on disease prevention. At each of your routine dental checkups and cleanings, we will perform a thorough exam to make sure that (more…).

Wager Evans Dental recently kicked off a brand new giveaway program! Next time you’re in our office, be sure to look for the fish bowl at the front desk. Ask any member of the office team about our short, 5-question survey, and make sure you fill it out and drop it in the fishbowl. By (more…).

Take a look at a picture of your favorite celebrity. Chances are, one of the first things you notice will be the star’s “perfect” teeth. While you may be envious of the Hollywood lifestyle, there’s no reason to lust after a great grin. You can have one of your own with porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers (more…).

Did you know that the second hardest naturally occurring substance in the world is located inside your body? It’s true. Your tooth enamel is second only to diamonds. It’s incredible! Tooth enamel is the white coating you see on your teeth when you look in the mirror. It is incredibly hard and is the natural (more…).

The Super Bowl is over. That means an end to football season, right? Wrong.  Many high schools and colleges start spring training to prepare for the fall season.  While the athletes may not be in full dress, they are wearing protective gear, including their mouthguards. I am a proponent of the athletic mouthguard. Athletes should (more…).

One of the most important things your child can learn early in life is how to maintain healthy hygiene. While hygiene is important for every part of the body, oral hygiene is particularly important because it has such a power over your overall health. As family dentists, the Wager Evans Dental team wants to help (more…).

A fear of the dentist is one of the most common fears among Americans. It is also the number 1 reason why people don’t have their teeth checked and cleaned regularly. This can be detrimental to your oral health, as well as your overall health. We know you don’t want your child to be one (more…).

When it’s time to find a dentist, where do you start? Statistics show, women in American households usually choose the family dentist. The best way for a mom to begin her research is to determine what’s most important: comfort, health, convenience, insurance, location, or something else? All of these factors are important. Obviously, you want (more…).