It’s never good to be complacent about any aspect of your healthcare, including your dentist. A lawsuit filed by a man against his dentist over a failure to warn about gum disease reminds us that if you have concerns about your oral health, it’s important to seek a second opinion.
Read Dental StoryWe all know that age is just a number, but for some people, it seems more accurate than for others? Why is it that some people seem to age quickly while others are virtually timeless?
Read Dental StoryIt is one of the most disturbing links with gum disease: increased cancer risk. Unfortunately, it also seems that we’re understanding more and more about how prevalent this link is.
Read Dental StoryIf you have had gum disease, you have likely developed receding gums. Although treating gum disease can stop receding gums, it can’t reverse the damage that’s been done. Your gums won’t grow back.
Read Dental StoryEverybody has occasional bad breath. Maybe you just ate liver and onions. Maybe you’re waking up after a bad bender and your mouth tastes and smells terrible. Maybe it’s something that just happens to you in the morning sometimes. But if you have frequent, recurring, or constant bad breath, you need to pay attention to it. Bad breath can be a sign of major health problems.
Read Dental StoryA new study from the University of Sydney shows that the link between gum disease and cardiovascular health may be stronger than previously thought.
Read Dental StoryA recent comic by “graphic columnist” Larry Paros focused on the origins of the phrase “to chew the fat,” but along the way just misses mentioning how important teeth are to speech. Your teeth are vital to your ability to speak clearly and should be properly maintained.
Read Dental StoryThe dental implant market has been estimated to grow by nearly 10% in the next five years. That’s about double the next largest segment of growth in the dental field. So why do implants keep getting more popular? That’s easy: they’re great, people are learning that they’re great, and they keep getting better.
Read Dental StoryOne of the things that keep people from getting cosmetic dentistry is the cost. While it’s true that achieving natural, long-lasting results requires a significant investment, it’s important to think not just of the cost, but also the value of cosmetic dentistry. Here are some aspects of the value that you might not be taking into account.
Read Dental StoryAfter we place your dental implants, it’s up to your body to build bone around the implants. This integrates them into your jawbone so that they can become permanent, functional replacements for your lost teeth. Your body needs many essential vitamins to repair your bone. Unfortunately, many Americans’ diets are short in these vital nutrients. If you aren’t getting the necessary vitamins, you may need to change your diet to make sure you’re getting enough.
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