Broken Teeth: They Don’t Have To Happen

Yes, of course, there are those unfortunate moments in life that we simply cannot escape. Something takes you by surprise and you end up with a broken tooth! Then, there are those completely avoidable mishaps that damage your teeth. You look back and think, “Ah, if I’d only known, I would have been more careful!” To assist you in having the foresight to be able to prevent such accidents, we offer up some explanations that will help you protect your smile in the future.

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When Lips Are More Than Chapped

It’s one thing to have chapped lips. It’s quite another to deal with lips that are cracking, peeling, and even bleeding. They may feel inflamed and uncomfortable. You may find that even when you do what you think you should be doing to protect this part of your oral health, nothing seems to work. What are you supposed to do when even your valiant efforts do not pay off? We have some answers that can steer you toward the lip comfort that you’re missing.

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Prosthetic Dentistry: 3 Basics You Should Know

Don’t let yourself become sidetracked by the term prosthetic dentistry. It might sound like a specialized area of care that causes you to feel a little bit intimidated. However, what it is simply includes options for replacing your teeth when you have lost them. No longer have a tooth or multiple teeth? You may access prosthetics, so you can have a full smile once more and enjoy a much better quality of life. Let’s talk about what you really should know.

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End Of Year Resolutions

Before we start talking about New Year’s resolutions, let’s begin by discussing some things that can make 2017 even better. As a result, you’ll head right into the New Year with the ability to focus on bigger details, rather than worrying about a pile of issues (such as whether you’re keeping your smile clean enough every day). Maybe you want whitening. Perhaps you think you may resolve to consider orthodontics. Don’t let something as easy to maintain as dental hygiene get in your way!

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Quiz: Can That Happen In Winter?

You may have some ideas about what can and cannot happen during the winter. Unfortunately, like a lot of assumptions or generally believed ideas, they might not always be right. It’s important to ensure your thoughts about your dental care and oral health are completely based on fact, so you can make sure you are ready to protect your smile now and throughout the entire year. The last thing you want is to realize when it’s too late that you could have kept your teeth and gums safe if you’d known just a bit more.

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3 Things To Remember About Restorative Care

There are some things that we encourage you to remember about restorative care. Unfortunately, this are of dentistry is often not quite as favorable to our patients as others. You may have ideas about coming in to have your smile fixed up that aren’t really in line with the way we see things. Perhaps you’re worried about comfort or you hesitate because you aren’t sure you really need repairs. Don’t fret! We can address these details and more, so you recognize what restorations have to offer and why it’s a good idea to come on in.

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Dental Benefits: Don’t Wait!

Do you have dental insurance benefits that you use for your oral health care needs? How do you pay for your dental cleanings and checkups? For your fillings? Is all of some of it covered with your benefits? Another question: When was the last time you took a long, close look at your coverage? If it’s been a while, now is your warning! It’s December, which means time is running out for the remainder of your 2017 plan.

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