Porcelain veneers are often used to treat teeth with deep stains. Discoloration caused by antibiotics, excessive fluoride in water (fluorosis), and similar under-the-enamel stains can actually be made more apparent when teeth are whitened. Dental veneers, placed over the front of the teeth, offer a reliable and effective solution for these issues...
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Gum disease has been linked to an increased risk for cardiovascular issues such as heart attack and stroke. While the exact link has yet to be discovered, it is suspected that this has something to do with inflammation caused by bacterial infection of the gums, though there is no evidence that treating gum disease will lower risks. This makes prevention your best line of defense.
The Forsyth Institute, a Harvard-related not-for-...
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Tooth stains are, perhaps, the most common cosmetic dental issue. Stains can result from food and beverage choices, tobacco use, oral health habits, and even the simple process of aging, which can make them unavoidable.
Fortunately, addressing stains is not at all difficult – and the simple process of stain removal can have a profound impact on the appearance of your smile.
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Studies have shown that nearly half of U.S. adults make a resolution on New Year’s Eve. This is not a new practice: it dates back to 45 BCE when Julius Caesar first introduced the Julian Calendar, though it has evolved over the years from a promise of good behavior to a commitment to make positive changes.
Very few people keep their resolutions. In fact, a recent study found that only around 7% of those who make...
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Porcelain veneers can be used to address a number of cosmetic dental problems. Placed over the front of the teeth, porcelain veneers can be used to correct minor cosmetic concerns, such as small gaps or uneven tooth sizes, along with more pronounced imperfections including severe tooth staining and crooked tooth presentation.
Versatile, customizable, and long-...
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Nightmares, particularly those involving choking, drowning, or being trapped in space, may be a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) according to a new study. Vivid nightmares surrounding breathing difficulties are often a subconscious response to actual physical struggle according to researchers. Dreams in which you cannot breathe may be a reaction to the periods of breath...
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Water flossers, also known as oral irrigators, offer several benefits. They help to remove plaque and food particles from in between teeth, their pressure can be adjusted to account for gum sensitivity, and they offer a useful solution for people with braces or dental bridges, which can make flossing with string impossible. But are they better than string floss? That depends entirely on the individual.
Is a water flosser more effective for...
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A smile makeover combines restorative, general, and cosmetic dentistry procedures to address all of the issues impacting the teeth and gums. If you have several issues that are detracting from the health and beauty of your smile, it might be time to call our office, schedule a consultation and learn more about this exciting option.
Each...
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Trick or treating is a traditional part of Halloween, but many parents are concerned about the excessive candy consumption that often follows. Hesitant to prevent children from partaking in this experience, some parents may feel resigned to letting their kids indulge or to make attempts at limiting candy intake by hiding the treats. If you fall anywhere on the spectrum from permissive to punitive, you should know there is an alternative, and its name is...
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