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Oral sedation can help to make patients more comfortable during oral surgery, and it’s particularly appealing to patients who are squeamish about needles and don’t want to get sedation intravenously. It’s understandable that many people would rather take a sedative in pill form rather than...

Patients who have a soda habit may not recognize the damage that they’re doing to their smiles. However, as our dentist can tell you, soda is one of the most common dietary culprits of tooth decay. A major concern about soda is the sugar content. That...

Some patients feel that they just can’t fit in semiannual appointments with their dentist, while others may avoid these visits out of dental fear. However, if you’re tempted to put off your exams and cleanings, you may suffer some pretty serious consequences for your oral...

Many patients who are not experiencing symptoms due to impacted wisdom teeth may wonder why it’s recommended that they have those teeth extracted. Some may even opt to keep their wisdom teeth rather than undergo the surgical procedure needed to remove them. If you’re weighing...

Gum disease - especially in its advanced stages - is a major danger to your oral health. During routine checkups, dentists always look for potential signs of gum disease in an effort to curb this pervasive condition’s effect on oral health. When gum (periodontal) disease...

Have you lost one or more teeth? Are your teeth failing? Losing teeth is incredibly distressing but there are a few options that can help you regain oral function and enjoy good quality of life. Most dental professionals prefer dental implants to other tooth replacement...

Patient education is vital to understanding dentistry and how the oral health system works. Many times common habits that seem harmless are actually damaging to oral health. Following are five ways you might be damaging your teeth. # 1 Too Much Sugar Consumption Sugar, of...

While brushing your teeth thoroughly is an essential component of a robust oral hygiene routine, it is possible to overdo it. In fact, when you brush your teeth too hard, you may actually end up damaging your teeth and your gums. In some cases, the...