The day might come when you have to say adios to a tooth. It can happen to the best of us even after a lifetime of conscientious care. Maybe you’ve had an accident, maybe age …
What Are Dental Implants?
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Do Wisdom Teeth Need to be Removed?
They call them wisdom teeth because they tend to appear during a person’s late teens to early twenties, a time of life when people are said to become wise. Although the “wisdom” part may be …
How Do You Know if You Have a Cavity?
Cavities are one of the most common medical conditions, affecting more than 90% of people. In fact, it is estimated that more than one in four adults currently have untreated cavities — and many of …
Are Dental X-Rays Safe?
Dental radiographs (also know as x-rays) are an important diagnostic tool that helps your dentist understand what’s going on inside your mouth. In addition to helping your dentist detect cavities, dental x-rays are a non-invasive …
Why Are My Gums Bleeding?
While nearly 60% of people have experienced bleeding gums at one time or another, this is not a “normal” condition. If your gums are bleeding — especially if they bleed consistently — you should find …