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Preventing Tooth Decay To Maintain Healthy Teeth

I always knew that it was common for children to get cavities in their teeth but I was surprised when I went to the dentist a few months ago and learned that I had two cavities. I faithfully brush and floss my teeth every day and I also regularly visit the dentist, but I still had cavities. My name is Alana Perkins and if you want to maintain healthy teeth and gums, without cavities, I suggest you read my blog. After having my cavities filled, I talked to my dentist to learn how I could prevent them in the future. I also did a lot of fact-finding on my own to learn how to keep cavities from forming in the teeth. When you read my blog, you'll also discover how to prevent tooth decay and keep your teeth healthy.

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Why X-Rays Are Necessary During Your Consultation For Dental Implants

Posted on February 27, 2019

When you visit the dentist for your regularly scheduled cleaning appointments, you won't usually require an X-ray. While X-rays can be helpful for identifying cavities, the dentist can also detect them visually and likely won't schedule you for an X-ray before each cleaning. If you need a different dental procedure, however, such as a dental implant, it's likely that you'll need to have an X-ray taken. This step takes just a moment, and will take place at the start of your consultation appointment in most cases. [Read More]

Three Essential Questions to Ask a Prospective Cosmetic Dentist

Posted on January 28, 2019

Are your teeth less than ideal? Do you wish that you could have better-looking teeth? Whether you have teeth that are missing or that have always been just a little bit crooked, these aren't things that you have to put up with forever. Although it would be nice if we could all have perfect teeth from the moment we get our first tooth, sometimes we need a little help. But it's not always easy to figure out which dentist is going to be the best one for your particular needs. [Read More]

Protect Those Little Teeth: 4 Reasons Why Your Baby Needs A Pediatric Dental Specialist

Posted on December 29, 2018

If your baby has recently cut their first tooth, it's time to schedule their first trip to the dentist. Many people wait until their baby has a mouth full of teeth before beginning their dental treatment. However, it's actually best for your baby's dental health if you begin their dental treatment as soon as they cut that first tooth. It's also important that you choose the right dentist for your baby's developing teeth. [Read More]

Scaling Back Your Gums: What It Is, Why It's Considered A Cosmetic Procedure, And What To Expect

Posted on November 27, 2018

Some people are just born with really thick and/or really high gum tissue. It is often genetic, although certain chemicals and drugs can be the cause as well. If you do not like your "gummy" smile, there is a procedure that can help. It scales back the gum tissue without causing a deficit of the tissue. Unfortunately, it is also considered a cosmetic dentistry procedure, which means that most of it will not be covered by health insurance. [Read More]