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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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Quitting Dip? How Cosmetic Dentists Can Remove Dipping Tobacco Stains

Posted on June 19, 2023

Tobacco is bad for your health in all its forms, and dipping tobacco can be particularly hard on your teeth and gums. Dip makes you more vulnerable to gum disease, tooth decay, and deadly oral cancers, so quitting can be one of the best things you ever do for your health. Unfortunately, if your teeth have already been stained by dip, quitting won't make those stains go away. The yellow-brown stains and discoloration caused by dipping tobacco are often permanent unless you have them professionally removed by a cosmetic dentist. [Read More]

5 Questions About Underbites

Posted on April 4, 2023

It is natural for your teeth to have a very slight overbite, which is when the upper teeth rest slightly past the lower teeth. An underbite is not natural at all, and it is the complete opposite when the lower teeth stick out past the upper teeth. This can lead to a lot of complications, which is why you likely have some questions about it.  How Does An Underbite Affect Eating? [Read More]

Root Canals | Unappreciated Heros Of The Dental World

Posted on April 4, 2023

If you've ever heard the term "root canal" and winced in pain at the idea of one, this article is for you. While television sitcoms and well-meaning friends from work may portray root canals as a terrible experience, it simply is not true. In fact, root canals are the heroes here. They bring pain relief. Here's the truth about root canals. What Is a Root Canal? A root canal is a dental procedure used to treat an infected or damaged tooth. [Read More]

5 Common Dental Problems That Porcelain Crowns Can Fix

Posted on February 27, 2023

In terms of hardness, no other material in the human body can compete with tooth enamel – not even bone. However, over the years, even enamel suffers because of wear and tear. Porcelain is even harder than tooth enamel. This makes porcelain crowns a good restorative option for teeth that have begun to break down.  If your teeth are in need of restoration, porcelain crowns might be the right dental approach. [Read More]