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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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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]

Three Possible Reasons Why You Have a Toothache Under Your Gums

Posted on October 29, 2018

A toothache isn't something that anyone wants to go through, but if it happens to the part of your tooth that's hidden under your gums, it can be downright alarming. If you think you're going through this problem, here are three potential causes for your pain. Infection One of the most common causes of pain in a tooth is an infection, and that goes for the area of the tooth that you can't see, too. [Read More]

How To Be A Good Candidate For Dental Implants

Posted on October 2, 2018

Are you considering dental implants to replace one or more missing teeth? If so, then it's important that you take steps in advance to help ensure the procedure is a successful one. Dental implants are nearly indistinguishable from your natural teeth, in both appearance and use. Generally, implant surgeries have a high success rate, but this is in part because dentists take the patient's ability to heal from the procedure very seriously. [Read More]

Ways That Your Dentist Can Reduce Your Mouth Pain

Posted on September 4, 2018

If you have ever experienced oral discomfort, you likely know how intense mouth pain can be. Still, your dentist can treat a number of uncomfortable mouth conditions. Here are a few ways that a dentist can reduce your mouth pain. Root Canal Therapy If you experience chronic dental sensitivity or have a tooth infection, your dentist may prescribe root canal therapy. During the procedure, the dentist removes the pulp from the interior of the tooth. [Read More]