Category: General Dentistry

Prefer to Sleep Through Dental Cleanings? It’s Possible

You are more likely to have a little fear over going to the dentist than you are to be perfectly calm and comfortable with the whole process. This may not even be due to any obvious terrible experience. There’s just something about going to any kind of medical office where you are liable to be… Read more »

Describing the Advantages of Ceramic Crowns

Dental crowns are a way to restore damaged teeth. They have several uses in common dentistry. A crown might be used to protect and hold together the parts of an irreparable cracked tooth. Crowns can be reinforcement for broken or significantly worn down teeth. If a cavity is particularly large or deep, a crown can… Read more »

Dental Hygiene: Basic Steps

at The Oasis Family Dental provide multiple specialties under one roof. This includes orthodontics, prosthodontics, dental exams, and education on the importance of dental hygiene. As your dental care providers, we will always explain why caring for the health of your teeth and gums is imperative. Let’s get back to basics and explain to you… Read more »

A Natural Toothache Reliever?

Developments from researchers at the University of Cambridge have the potential to revolutionize dental treatment in the future. Data states that research  conducted on a Peruvian rainforest plant showed pain killing properties. An anesthetic gel could potentially be made from the plant, and the gel may someday replace synthetic anesthetics and non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs. Dental… Read more »

Studies on Gum Disease Abound

Gum disease is a result of an overrun immune system responding to bacterial overload. Severe periodontal disease is called periodontitis, and carries unpleasant symptoms such as bleeding gum tissues, tooth decay, tooth loss, and diminished bone density. Incidence of periodontal infection increases as you get older. Many people accept that dental work like root canal… Read more »

Drool Away: The Importance of Saliva

is secreted from several different glands which are located throughout the mouth. This bodily fluid may seem impolite culturally, but saliva contributes to a wide range of bodily functions.