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Thinking you want to learn more about the cosmetic dentistry options available nowadays for straightening teeth? If you are living with not so straight teeth, finding out how you can have straighter teeth is a great idea. When your teeth are not as straight as they should be, you are likely to experience many oral…

Are you in need of a dental restoration? Many people need to restore their teeth at some point or another in their lives. Dental restorations are required when the teeth are in bad shape due to decay or a lack of oral hygiene. Thankfully, modern dentistry has multiple restorations to choose from.Knowing what type of…

You should consider dentures if you need to replace your missing teeth, but denture repair is necessary from time to time. As a person ages, the mouth changes shape. The jaws may not align as the gums and bones naturally recede and shrink and the dentures may eventually end up not fitting well any longer.…

Botox is a drug made from the bacterial toxin botulin that is used medically to treat some muscular conditions and cosmetically to remove wrinkles by temporarily paralyzing facial muscles. While the cosmetic use of Botox is widely known, not too many people know that it is also used in dentistry.When Botox is injected into a…

Among all dental procedures, root canal therapy is one of the most dreaded among patients. This procedure can be expensive and inconvenient. It does not help that popular culture has spread the notion that a root canal is painful.While modern medicine has made root canal treatment quite painless, it is something you want to avoid.…

Although dentistry can at times be costly, a compassionate dentist in Fort Lauderdale is not just about the money to be made from performing dental care. Dentists all over the country are involved in a myriad of ways in caring for the teeth and oral health of those who may have difficulties getting help any…

If a person needs a smile makeover, it means they need to undergo two or more cosmetic dentistry procedures to improve the appearance of their smile. While good oral health is essential, the results of the procedure are mostly aesthetic. This article discusses popular options available for a smile makeover.The following are treatments provided by…

General dentists are concerned about the misinformation circulating when it comes to cavities. Many people believe only children suffer from or should be concerned about tooth decay. However, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, of adults age 20 to 64, roughly 92% have experienced cavities in permanent teeth.In fact, cavities have…

Almost every adult in the United States will experience gum disease at least once in their lifetime. This common infection of the gingival tissue (the gums) affects the majority of adult dental patients, and even some younger patients, as well. If caught early enough, treatment for gum disease is quite simple. When gum disease progresses,…

CEREC crowns have changed the way dental crowns are placed, and the entire process can now be completed in a single dental visit. One of the most common questions we receive about CEREC is whether or not they are durable and how long they can expect their dental crown to last. It is helpful to know…

Regardless of how good your oral hygiene is, you probably will need a teeth whitening treatment at some point in your life. These treatments can have a significant effect on the color of a person's teeth, eliminating most yellow and brown stains.Having pearly white teeth can make you appear younger and give you the confidence…

The most popular restoration placed atop a dental implant is a crown. Crowns are sturdy, tooth-shaped caps that are used to either restore an existing tooth or top a dental implant. Although durable, crowns are designed to act like natural teeth and can, therefore, experience wear and damage.Dental implants are typically made up of three…