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When I was a kid, my parents, my sister, and I didn’t visit a dentist’s office very often. Because my parents didn’t have any dental insurance, they couldn’t afford to pay dental fees. Unfortunately, the decision to skip semi-annual dental appointments has led to my mom having many problems with her teeth recently. Sadly, her gums are receding. Because her dentist is concerned about how this condition will affect her teeth, he is being very proactive. One of the things he is considering performing is a set of root canals. On this blog, you will discover the most common dental issues root canals correct. Enjoy!

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How To Get The Most Out Of Your Dental Checkups

Posted on February 3, 2018

When you go in for your annual or biannual dental checkup, you may just expect to have your teeth cleaned and polished. However, you may be able to have more services performed at your checkup, along with the dental cleaning. People rarely take advantage of their dental plan's preventative care benefits, so be sure you ask about the following services. Oral Cancer Screenings Oral cancer can often spread to other parts of the body because many of its symptoms are unnoticeable until later stages. [Read More]

Sensitive To Hot Liquids? You Might Have Receded Gums

Posted on January 10, 2018

If your teeth hurt every time you drink something hot, you might have receded gums (gum recession). Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue or line around the necks of your teeth wear down and pull back. Recession generally exposes some or all of your teeth roots. Fortunately, you can treat gum recession with the right information and dental care. How Can Gum Tissue Recede? Gum recession occurs from anything that breaks down the soft tissue of your gums, including mouth trauma and gum disease. [Read More]

Did You Get Whiter Teeth For Your Wedding Pictures? 3 Strategies To Maintain Your Brighter Smile

Posted on December 12, 2017

The days leading up to your wedding are a flurry of excitement, and one of the pivotal moments is your photo shoot. Fortunately, you remembered to schedule your teeth whitening procedure before the big day, and you love knowing that your smile will be gleaming white in every photo. Now, you may be worried about losing your beautiful smile. While professional tooth whitening procedures are designed to last for awhile, your daily habits play a role in how long you maintain maximum whiteness. [Read More]

Several Dental Implant Concerns For Patients Considering This Procedure

Posted on November 16, 2017

When you find yourself facing the need to have one of your teeth extracted, you may feel an immense sense of concern over the cosmetic issues that this may create. If you are to better understand the options that will be available for remedying this potentially embarrassing situation, you will need to adequately consider whether or not dental implants will be the right solution for replacing your teeth. Are There Age Requirements To Qualify To Undergo Dental Implant Procedure? [Read More]