We don’t know about you but when it comes to fixing missing teeth, we often hear from people who aren’t happy wearing bridges and dentures because they are uncomfortable in their mouths. Of course, missing teeth will need to be replaced, otherwise, you can experience a whole host of problems, and bridges and dentures do …
If you have gone through the experience of getting dental implants and you finally feel great about your smile, we are so happy for you! Dental implants are an exceptionally popular tooth restoration option with all the modern dental technology like laser dentistry making their success possible. Thanks to your dental implants, you can once …
Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you when you meet. A nice smile helps you connect with others, and even releases hormones to elevate your mood. However, when your smile is not one that you feel confident about, you likely won’t feel like smiling, and instead, you may unconsciously avoid …
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Dental implants are an amazing option for lost teeth because they truly mimic your natural teeth. Which means that a dental implant will look, feel, and function just like your tooth did before you lost it. In a past post of ours, we uncovered how missing teeth causes a domino effect on your smile, but …
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Cavities are no fun! They can be big, small, sensitive, painful or even, in the early-stages, unnoticeable by the untrained person. But all cavities (big and small) are caused by bacteria. Bacteria causes all sorts of problems to your gums, teeth, and overall health. So it doesn’t require a rocket scientist IQ to understand that …
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When asking a patient who was just recently in our office, “Do your gums bleed or hurt?” The person’s response was surprising. They said, “Yes, my gums bleed, but that’s normal.” We were surprised by this response because bleeding gums is definitely not normal. In addition to making sure people are healthy, we believe in …
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If you’re wondering why missing a tooth (or teeth) is such a big deal then read on because a missing tooth sets off a series of negative events. We’ve touched on the concept of progression in one of our previous blog posts when we talked about what happens when a cavity is left untreated. We went over how …
The unexpected has happened. You’ve always heard that permanent teeth should be…well, permanent. However, because of an injury, gum disease, or extensive decay, you lost a tooth. Losing a tooth is a big deal. A gap in your smile can make eating and speaking awkward and uncomfortable. The nearby teeth may begin to drift into …
Even though permanent teeth are supposed to be…permanent, a tooth may be lost to severe decay, injury, gum disease, or another issue. Obviously, this isn’t ideal, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your smile. If you lose a tooth, Dr. James D. Powell may recommend a dental restoration like a dental bridge …
