Everything You Need To Know About Periodontal Disease

Posted on 4 August 2022

Your oral health is incredibly important. However, it's not just your teeth that can suffer. Your gums can develop gum disease or periodontal disease, which can lead to tooth loss. If you would like to know more to better protect your oral health, keep reading. What Is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal disease is an infection of the gum tissue. Your mouth has naturally occurring bacteria. Brushing and flossing keeps these bacteria in check, but if left ignored, the bacteria leads to tooth decay and gum irritation. [Read More]

How Pulpotomy Can Save Decayed Baby Teeth In Children

Posted on 29 June 2022

Tooth decay can strike at any age, and can be particularly painful and unpleasant for children. If your child is suffering from tooth decay in one of their baby teeth, it must be treated with the same care and attention as decay in a permanent tooth. If the baby tooth becomes badly infected, your child may develop a dangerous systemic infection, and their adult teeth may suffer associated problems in the future. [Read More]

What Parents Should Know About Laughing Gas

Posted on 23 May 2022

When you bring your child to the dentist, one of the first things you want to do is ensure that they have all the resources available for them to relax. Any dental visit can be stressful, but visits that require cavities and other types of work can be especially frightening for a child. This is where laughing gas comes in. Many dentists use laughing gas for pediatric patients. Here's what you should know about this option. [Read More]

Temporary Dental Crown Repairs: 3 Steps To Get You Through Until You See Your Dentist

Posted on 11 April 2022

Dental crowns are meant to offer a long-term solution for individuals with missing or damaged teeth. While these crowns will often stay in place for many years without incident, it is possible for your crown to detach from the underlying tooth or implant. If this happens, you will need to visit your dentist to have your crown put back in place. The problem is, it may not always be possible to get in to see your dentist right away. [Read More]

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The Dentist From a Child' Point of View

My mother worked as a dental hygienist, so when it came time for our check-ups we knew there would be dire consequences if we did not behave in an exemplary manner. I remember thinking that I understood why some kids freaked out. Dentist offices can be scary. Sure, they try to fool you with the relaxing music, delectable air fresheners, and some of them even offer freshly baked cookies. But then they take you to that room filled with bright lights and racks of torture instruments. Fortunately, I was blessed with great teeth, and I have passed that trait on to my own children. Still, making sure they receive regular dental care is just part of being a good parent. Instead of just promising a surprise from the dentist's treasure box when the ordeal is over, I also try to thoroughly explain the process and the instruments that will be used.