Researches have long noted a link between heart disease and gum disease, or periodontitis. By heart disease, this article is referring to atherosclerosis, or the buildup of plaque in blood vessel walls that can cause heart attacks. Whether one condition causes the other or contributes to an increased risk has not yet been determined. There are several theories currently
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Is Chewing Gum Harmful for Your Teeth?
Your teacher may have scolded you about chewing gum when your were a kid, but as far as your teeth go, chewing gum may actually be good for them. Thousands of years ago, ancient cultures used different types of chewing gums to help maintain oral health and freshness. Modern chewing gum is almost as American
Read MoreWhat to Do if You Crack or Chip Your Teeth
Biting into something hard such as candy or ice, grinding your teeth (bruxism), eating and drinking hot and cold things back and forth, accidentally hitting your tooth on a hard surface, or having an accident such as falling off your bike, are all reasons why someone could crack or chip their teeth. Teeth can crack
Read MorePreparing Your Child for Dentist Appointments
From a young age, we have heard everyone say things like “drinking your milk and eating your fruits and vegetables will help you grow up to be big and strong”. Well, the same thing goes for visiting the dentist. Regular visits to a dentist are a crucial part of helping a child grow up healthy
Read MoreSeeing Your Dentist if Your Child’s Teeth are Not Falling Out
“My tooth is loose!” When a child’s tooth becomes loose for the first time, it represents a huge milestone in their lives. It is exciting, because losing a tooth is associated with the tooth fairy, and of course means that they are growing up. In other words, when your child loses their first tooth, it
Read MoreWill My Dental Crowns Match the Color of My Teeth
While your dentist has the primary role of helping you maintain proper overall oral health over the years, from your teeth to your gums, that’s not all they do. Part of a dentist’s job is their ability to give people beautiful smiles. For some people, it starts with needing their teeth straightened, while others want
Read MoreAffordable Dentistry: Specials at Dedicated Dental Care
Just as what our name implies, at dedicated we are totally dedicated to help our patients achieve healthy teeth and gums and a good overall health for a lifetime. Often patients skip a visit to the dentist because of the rising cost of dental care. While dental insurance normally covers check-ups every six months, we
Read MoreTaking Care of Your Invisaligns
Invisalign has emerged as the new modern way for your dentist to straighten your teeth. It has become a very popular orthodontic procedure, because it straightens your teeth without the need for clunky metal braces, hence the word invisible. By sticking to the maintenance and cleaning routines put forth by your dentist, Invisalign can provide
Read MoreWhen is A Full Mouth Reconstruction Necessary?
If you have multiple issues affecting the health, function, and beauty of your smile, you may need comprehensive treatment combining restorative, cosmetic, and general dentistry treatments. Problems with having the smile you want are always difficult, but when your mouth isn’t working how it should, a full mouth reconstruction may provide an effective solution. Your
Read MoreThe Complete Guide to Dental Bridges
It’s no secret that having tooth decay or missing teeth can seriously lower your confidence and self-esteem. You would give just about anything to have your teeth back, to restore your beautiful smile. A healthy, radiant smile can improve your appearance, self-esteem, and relationships, both personal and professional. Your dentist can provide many options for
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