Nov 28, 2017
No one wants to have a root canal, but this conservative dental treatment often gets a bad rap. Root canals are used to repair damaged teeth and prevent the need for extraction. Many people don’t realize that missing teeth can have serious oral health consequences,...
Nov 21, 2017
One of the most common fears shared by people is a fear of the dentist. Patients can postpone necessary dental work due to fear of pain or needles. Just the sights, sounds and smells of a dentist’s office can lead to anxiety and increased heart rate for many people....
Nov 14, 2017
Sedation dentistry is designed to ensure your ease and comfort during or immediately before your dental procedure. Several levels of sedation dentistry are available, including IV sedation, inhaled sedation and conscious oral sedation. IV sedation, or intravenous...
Nov 7, 2017
Dental implants are the state-of-the-art restorative solution for missing teeth. They provide a stable base that is the next best thing to a natural tooth root. Because of this and other qualities, dental implants are rising in popularity each year as more and more...
Oct 28, 2017
There are various specialties within in dentistry, and one of them is family dentistry. You may not be familiar with this term and the reasons to consider finding this type of dentist for your own family. Here are some advantages to family dentistry. Simplified dental...
Oct 21, 2017
While most people do not relish the thought of a trip to the dentist, a percentage of the population may avoid seeking necessary dental treatment entirely due to dental phobia. As many as 14% of people skip or delay visits to the dentist due to anxiety or fear....