Are you happy to gather up tons of goodies for everyone in your life that you love (but you haven’t gone out of your way to give yourself the one gift you truly want this year: A healthy smile)? If this resonates with you, we certainly aren’t going to steer you away from spreading joy […]
Why Tooth Loss Happens To Good People
Are you feeling a little frustrated as a result of your tooth loss? Are you perfectly happy that you have oral surgery options like dental implants at your disposal but you are still unsure why you’re dealing with missing teeth, while other people you know never seem to experience much more than a cavity? It’s […]
Make Use Of Your 2016 Insurance Benefits!
In many instances, you rely on your dental insurance benefits to ensure you can receive the oral surgery that you need for your smile. Of course, this can require thoughtful planning throughout the year, so you may optimize your benefits and protect your oral health. As we are about to usher in a new year and bid farewell […]
Quiz: Don’t Let Implant Lies Tempt You!
Have you been hearing what you’re sure are probably little white lies (or some serious myths) about life with dental implants? If so, you might find yourself becoming more and more tempted to give into them without considering the potential consequences. Don’t worry, this is completely normal! However, it’s always best to bring any uncertainties […]
Aging Your Smile
Have you given much thought to the way your smile affects how old you look? If not, now is a good time to begin reflecting on the way your dental care can impact your ability to retain a youthful appearance. Think about the difference between a child’s smile and an adult’s. A child’s grin is full […]
Vocab 101: Maxillofacial, Orthognathic
You are probably used to hearing some basic dental vocabulary. You probably know “dental hygiene” has to do with keeping your teeth and mouth clean and healthy. You might know that a planned “tooth extraction” means removing a tooth that is causing a problem or overcrowding your mouth. (An “unplanned tooth extraction” usually means a […]
Dental Sedation: What are My Options?
You might be surprised at the number of people who put off needed dental appointments out of fear. They may hope that a dental problem “just goes away.” Perhaps the thought of sitting still for a long procedure is making them fearful. Maybe they have a heard a procedure is uncomfortable. Dental sedation is meant […]
Why An Extraction: New Perspectives
You might commonly find yourself going over and over the same information when you wonder why you need a dental extraction. However, you may also find yourself grappling with a way to categorize the many smaller particular details that comprise a very long list regarding why removal is best in certain situations. We offer up […]
Q&A: It’s Never Too Late To Fix Your Smile
When it comes to your concept of time and associated side effects as they relate to your smile, you might feel like you’re not sure about much. Is it too late for dental implants and other dental care, you may think to yourself? Is it too late to fix your smile, you may wonder? Fortunately, there […]
Helping Your Children Avoid Tooth Loss
Are you on your way toward addressing your tooth loss with dental implants? Do you feel a mix of emotions, both elation at the thought of a complete smile that will be all yours again and the urge to help others avoid losing their teeth? This commonly arises when we meet with patients who talk […]
