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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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Preparing For Your Dental Implant Procedure: Four Steps To Take

Posted on January 23, 2018

Getting dental implants is a great way to restore your smile and replace missing or damaged teeth. Before you head to the dentist for this procedure, there are a few things you can do in advance to help make the process go smoothly. Here are some steps to consider making before your appointment. Schedule Personal Days Depending on the time of day you choose for your appointment, you may need to take the day off of work. [Read More]

What You Should Know About Emergency Root Canal Therapy

Posted on December 20, 2017

Root canal therapy has always been associated with severe pain, so if your dentist has told you that an emergency root canal is necessary, you may be worried. Luckily, root canal therapy is not as scary as people believe. Check out these three facts regarding root canal treatment.  It's One of Only Two Options Root canal therapy is needed when there is an infection in the tooth. Unlike infections in other parts of the body, it can't just be cured with antibiotics. [Read More]

A Guide To Dental Bonding Services

Posted on November 27, 2017

If your goal is to get the most out of your dental health, there have been a number of advancements in the oral health industry that will allow you to get there. One such advancement involves a procedure known as dental bonding. With dental bonding, an oral health professional will apply a special resin to your teeth that will help you get rid of or mask any imperfections. To learn a little bit more about dental bonding and how it can serve you, read on. [Read More]

When Are Emergency Dental Appointments Needed?

Posted on October 29, 2017

Some mouth injuries are a nuisance, but can ultimately wait until your dentist is back at work in the morning, while others require immediate attention. How do you know if your issue is a true emergency? Ask yourself these questions: Is There Pain? Pain is your body's signal that something isn't right. Many people have sensitive teeth that hurt if exposed to extreme temperatures, but the kind of pain that signals an emergency is different. [Read More]