Home Hygiene: A True-Or-False Quiz

Do you brush your teeth every day and floss? How many times do you brush your teeth and are you sure you are flossing correctly? In addition to preventive care from our practice, your dental hygiene is extremely important to maintaining a healthy smile free of tooth decay and gum disease. To ensure you are doing your best in the comfort of your own home, test your dental care knowledge and brush up on best practices for a glowing smile.

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How Much Do You Know About Veneers?

You may associate veneers with a beautiful smile, and rightly so. But how much do you actually know about this treatment? Many patients recognize that porcelain veneers offer a wide array of cosmetic benefits but are not quite sure what veneers are, or whether they qualify for this dental service. Learn more about the ins and outs of this cosmetic treatment to find out if it offers you the smile improvements you have been dreaming about.

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Teeth Whitening: A True-or-False Quiz

Do you ever attempt to hide your smile because you feel embarrassed by discolored teeth? Does a stained smile keep you from feeling confident at social events or in your workplace? Fortunately, teeth whitening provides a simple solution to a not-so-bright smile, while offering powerful results. Not sure you have a solid handle on this cosmetic procedure? Test your knowledge while determining whether this option offers you the improvement you desire for the smile of your dreams.

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Feel Positive About Tooth Replacement

Feeling unhappy with the appearance of your smile after tooth loss is completely normal. In addition to feeling embarrassed about your smile, you may also have trouble speaking as clearly as you once did, or eating comfortably. We encourage you to make the decision to make tooth loss a thing of the past by focusing on feeling positive about tooth replacement. We offer prosthodontics – or the replacement of your teeth with artificial teeth – to guide you toward a complete, beautiful smile. Learn a bit more about what to expect and you may find taking this new step in your life is easier than you imagined.

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Gum Disease: A True-Or-False Quiz

. The more you know, the better chance you will have of recognizing symptoms and knowing it is time to pick up the phone and schedule your next dental visit.

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3 Reasons To Ask About TMJ Treatment

Have you noticed that you reach up to massage your jaw occasionally because it feels tired or sore? Do you suffer from headaches or neck aches but have trouble identifying the cause? TMJ disorder (TMD) is a problem that occurs when your TMJs (temporomandibular joints) – or jaw joints – function poorly. Unfortunately, patients often have trouble attributing the symptoms to the underlying cause. Consider three significant reasons to speak with us about TMD and you might find that TMJ treatment can offer you the relief you seek.

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