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dental procedures and finding the right dentist

Having made some poor decisions in dental providers early in my life, I have spent more than my fair share in the dentist's chair. I have undergone root canal treatments, extractions, implants and some procedure that I never learned how to pronounce to remove the infections in my gums. Having gone through all of this, I have learned an awful lot about dental procedures and finding a skilled dentist that would be able to care for my teeth the way that the should be. I have put together everything that I have learned on my website to help others avoid the financial and painful situations that I have gone through.

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Drugs That Can Impair Your Oral Health

Posted on October 30, 2020

The next time you visit your general dentist, they will examine your mouth for signs of dental decay, abnormal tissue, and gum disease. While cavities and gum disease are frequently the result of poor oral hygiene, other factors may play an important role. Here are some drugs that may affect your oral health and what your general dentist can do about them. Anticonvulsant Drugs Phenytoin is a drug that is used to treat seizure disorders such as epilepsy. [Read More]

Dental Implants Can Help Those with Teeth Damaged by Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Posted on May 13, 2020

Losing wisdom teeth is often a part of growing up for many people but can be an issue if they impact with other teeth during growth and cause damage. As a result, it is important to consider how dental implants help with this issue.  Why Impacted Wisdom Teeth May Cause Broader Tooth Loss As a person ages and their wisdom teeth start to grow into place, there's a good chance that they'll have to have them removed. [Read More]

4 Reasons To Consider Sedation Dentistry

Posted on December 6, 2019

According to WebMD, anywhere from nine to 20 percent of Americans avoid visiting their dentist because of their dental anxiety. For many of these patients, dental sedation allows the patient to conquer their fears of the dentist and receive the necessary dental care and procedures. Here are four of the many reasons why dental sedation is a great option for any patient. Sedation Dentistry Is Helpful for Patients With a Gag Reflex [Read More]

Why Your Child's Gums Bleed For No Reason

Posted on November 8, 2019

It is not uncommon for bleeding gums to occur when brushing or flossing, but if your child's gums bleed for no reason, they need to visit both the pediatrician and the pediatric dental clinic. Spontaneous gum bleeding, meaning bleeding gums without the provocation of brushing, flossing, or probing with dental instruments can signify serious medical or dental problems. Here are some reasons your child's gums may bleed for no reason and what you can do about them. [Read More]