Partially and Fully Impacted Wisdom Teeth
January 15, 2019
Approximately 5 million people in the US have had their wisdom teeth pulled, resulting in an annual cost of $3 billion.
It’s likely that you are one of the individuals who has received this routine surgery. Your dentist more than likely removed them because they were disrupting the health of the rest of your teeth. Our wisdom teeth are the last of our grown-up teeth to form, and they are often pulled during our teens and early adulthood. Sometimes, wisdom teeth surface without any complications or difficulties. For others, painful symptoms and dental problems come along with the development of these teeth.
(more…)A Look Into Why Dental Fillings Can Fail
December 29, 2018
Research published in Frontiers in Medicine looked into amalgam and composite dental fillings and a number of factors which might lead them to fail.
A few of the factors looked at included age, sex, drinking alcohol, smoking, periodontal health, diabetes, and genetics. Records of 4,856 individuals over five years were included as a part of the study.
(more…)Dental Health Before the New School Year
August 2, 2018
Summer break is almost over, but it is not too late to schedule a dental appointment for your child before they head back to school.
(more…)Times When You Need to See the Dentist
June 23, 2018
Besides your routine cleanings, these issues warrant a trip to the dentist.
Sensitive Teeth or Pain
If you ever experience pain in your mouth or any sensitivity, be sure to schedule an appointment with your dentist. These issues should not be ignored, as they can be signs of other dental health issues.
Keeping Your Mouth Healthy This Summer
June 5, 2018
Are you counting down the days until summer finally arrives? We know that summer can be a lot of fun, but don’t let dental problems affect your summer plans!
(more…)What Does Soda Do to Our Dental Health?
May 8, 2018
By now, most of us know that soda is not good for us. Besides our overall health, soda can harm our dental health as well.
(more…)How to Keep Your Mouth Healthy When You’re Sick
May 2, 2018
Keeping up with your dental health when you’re not feeling well may not be a top priority, but it is important you care for your mouth.
(more…)Why Water is so Good for Your Teeth
March 27, 2018
Water is not only beneficial to your overall health, it is also important for the health of your teeth.
(more…)Don’t Forget to Take Care of Your Toothbrush
March 14, 2018
Although we spend a lot of time stressing the importance of proper brushing and flossing, caring for your toothbrush is just as important.
(more…)How Long Do Dental Bridges Last?
February 26, 2018
In our previous blog, Dr. Faist explained what a dental bridge is and what this procedure can help fix. Now that you know more about dental bridges, we would like to let you know how long they last and some of the things you can do to extend their life.
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