The state of your oral health can be affected by the loss of just a single tooth. From a functional standpoint, that new gap in your smile can demand you change how you bite and chew food. The teeth neighboring an absence can take more wear and tear, and are more likely to be lost. Over time, this complication can leave you experiencing TMJ problems, which can create discomfort in your face, neck, and head. To avoid these problems, you should talk to your dentist about your prosthetic dental options. A restoration can make your smile look better, while also bringing back your regular jaw function. Using a dental implant can ensure you enjoy a comfortable, stable prosthetic. (more…)
The 23rd Annual Auburn Hills Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec 2
On the evening of Friday, December 2, the city of Auburn Hills will welcome residents to come out and witness the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. This is the 23rd occurrence of this annual tradition; you and your family can watch as downtown Auburn Hills lights up for the holidays. Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and the mayor will be on hand to lead the event. During the festivities, your kids are encouraged to drop off their letters to Santa in Santa’s mail box, and s’mores will be available. There will also be an area for care packages donated to the VA Medical Center. (more…)
Using A Dental Crown To Support A Tooth After A Root Canal
A root canal treatment targets, and removes, problems within your tooth. You might need to undergo this procedure after an injury does internal damage. Many patients who need a root canal are seeking help to eliminate a cavity that has infiltrated their pulp. After your tooth has been put through this procedure, your dentist will need to provide permanent support in the form of a dental crown. The crown covers up the tooth after it has undergone work, and can handle biting and chewing tasks. A CEREC crown is made with ceramic, so that it fits in with your surrounding teeth. (more…)
What Is Tooth Loss Doing To My Oral Health?
You can be reminded of what tooth loss has done to your appearance every time you notice the gap in your smile. For some people, the discomfort of people seeing that they have lost teeth will motivate them to find a prosthetic dental solution. There are also real oral health consequences to tooth loss, and these issues should not be dismissed. Missing teeth can lead to jaw problems that can become painful. You can have a harder time eating, and your risk for further tooth loss will go up. With a dental implant, you can put an end to these issues, and correct your appearance. You can also stop the deterioration of your jawbone with an implant – this is something other prosthetics will not be able to stop. (more…)
Knowing If You Are A Good Candidate For A Dental Implant
If you are dealing with tooth loss, you may already be actively searching for the right dental prosthetic solution. Tooth loss can be a source of embarrassment to those who experience it. It can also create frustrating functional issues. If you want to provide real, long-lasting support for your prosthetic, inquire about a dental implant. The implant acts as a sort of artificial tooth root, which will allow you to use your restoration for biting and chewing. It can also feel like a more natural form of support. Because it takes a surgical procedure to place the implant, you may be concerned about your candidacy. One major issue is with your jawbone – because the bone can deteriorate because of tooth loss, waiting too long for help can cause complications to arise. (more…)
Lighthouse Of Oakland County’s Thanksgiving Program
Many people look forward to their annual Thanksgiving gatherings. A mix of family and friends – and food – can be an enriching experience. However, this can be an especially difficult time for seniors and families in need, who may face a regular, even daily, struggle to meet their needs. Lighthouse Of Oakland County is reaching out to the community for donations of food and money, to help provide Thanksgiving food baskets to those in need. Last year, the group was able to help 12,000 families enjoy a family meal during the holiday. This year, they will be collecting resources again. Direct donations of food can be made at the All Saints Episcopal Church in Pontiac. (more…)
How A One-Visit Dental Crown Is Possible
There is no way around it – when your tooth suffers serious damage, you will not be able to wait for it to heal itself. Because dental damages and tooth decay do permanent harm, you will need a permanent answer to the problem. For smaller issues, your dentist can simply fix your issue with a dental filling. However, if the problem is more serious, you will need a dental crown. A dental crown covers all of the visible area of your tooth, and can act on its behalf when you need to perform actions like biting and chewing. Thanks to CEREC technology, you can actually have your crown in one visit, meaning you will enjoy your permanent restoration in less time. (more…)
Better Comfort And Function After A Dental Crown
Restoring a problem tooth should result in its being able to function like normal. That means you should be able to use your restored tooth to bite and chew, just as you could before it developed issues. Your dentist can also provide restorative dental work that preserves the integrity of your smile. When you receive a CEREC dental crown, you can count on real support for a tooth, as well as the preservation of your appearance. This is because your crown will be made with ceramic, which is strong enough to undergo biting and chewing forces, but natural-looking enough to blend in with your neighboring teeth. (more…)
Quiz: Unique Advantages From Implant-Supported Prosthetics
A lost tooth can be a major impediment to your oral function, and generally hurt your oral health. Even with many types of dental prosthetic units, there can be complications stemming from tooth loss. One major problem is with your jawbone. The bone around where your lost tooth’s root resided can deteriorate. This can rob you of oral support, and affect your appearance. When you support a replacement tooth with a dental implant, you can make functional improvements, and address the problem of jawbone deterioration. (more…)
The 13th Annual Auburn Hills Arts & Crafts Fair Is Nov 19
On Saturday, November 19, Auburn Hills will host its 13th annual Arts And Crafts Fanfare Marketplace. These yearly events invite artists and craftspeople to come together and spend the day showing off their work, and making a variety of custom pieces available to the public. You can enjoy lawn ornaments, decorative indoor pieces, handmade jewelry, and other attractive items. You can count on the Arts And Crafts Fanfare Marketplace to have unique gifts you will not be able to find elsewhere. You can pick up the perfect holiday gift (and find something fun for yourself, too). (more…)
