How To Take Better Care Of Your Dentures

If you have several missing teeth or if you suffer from a lot of oral decay, then your dentist may suggest a variety of options including dentures. But what are dentures? Dentures are a set of artificial teeth that sit over your gums and act as traditional teeth; allowing you to chew and preventing your bones from decaying. To help you take good care of your dentures, this article will list a few things that you should (and shouldn't do). [Read More]

Should You Consider Dental Implants?

Many people have missing teeth, but thanks to continuing advancements in cosmetic dentistry services, more and more procedures are becoming available to the general public. One popular cosmetic procedure to replace missing teeth is dental implant surgery. If you are missing a tooth, check out these three questions to help you determine if dental implants are the right choice for you. Do You Have Gum Disease? If you want dental implants, you need a healthy jawbone to support the implants, making them durable enough to withstand strong pressure. [Read More]

Chip Off The Ol' Tooth? Restorative Options For A Chipped Tooth

Whether your tooth is damaged through an automobile accident, horsing around with family and friends, biting into a hard piece of food, or playing a sport, chipping a tooth is one of the most common dental injuries. In some instances, you may think repairing the tooth is not necessary. However, a chipped tooth can reduce your ability to chew and speak properly. In addition, this minor damage can affect your appearance and self-esteem in big ways. [Read More]

The Dangers Of Stress To Your Oral Health

From dealing with the responsibilities of work and home life to struggling financially, physically, or emotionally, it is easy to see how stress is a common part of most people's lives. While shocking to learn, an estimated 48 percent of people say stress has made a negative impact on their personal and professional lives. If you are dealing with stress, you probably understand how it affects your body and mind. However, you may not realize how it is affecting your oral health. [Read More]