Month: April 2019

We are only given one set of permanent teeth, so it is important to keep them healthy and clean. However, circumstances can occur where teeth must be removed to ensure overall oral health. Sometimes, teeth are easy to remove, while other times the process is more complicated. Learning more about surgical extraction of teeth and why it is necessary can help you to feel more at ease with an upcoming procedure. Removing Teeth It is suggested by the experts that teeth be removed when they are subject to trauma, crowding or disease. When a tooth is unable to be repaired by a crown or filling due to decay or accident, an extraction may be the best option. Teeth are also…

Parents of teenagers know that life is super busy. From school work to sports, friends and family events, teenagers seem to be constantly on the go. For many, oral hygiene is not a major concern. However, improper oral health care in teens can mean teeth and gum problems as adults. As parents, it is important to teach your child a proper oral health care regimen so they can build proper habits. Below are a few tips to help you along the way! Products for Teens Your teen may not be interested in brushing their teeth properly. Most products for oral hygiene are not specific to teens, can be unappealing and have a strong flavor that they disagree with. Try to…

As a parent, you want to make the best decisions for your family. One part of the responsibility is having a dentist to care for your oral health needs. To make scheduling appointments easy on your family, a family dentist is a perfect solution. Not only can everyone have their appointments in the same place, but you all receive care from a qualified professional as a family. Benefits of a Family Dentist There are many benefits to working with a family dentist. To begin, by going to one office, you alleviate any trips elsewhere. You won’t be taking one child to one office while a parent has a procedure somewhere else. Traveling to one office for dental care makes your…

It is important to understand what type of dental injury requires emergency assistance. This ensures that your teeth, as well as your family member teeth, are cared for correctly. An accident can happen at any time and while some oral injuries require immediate treatment, others do not. By learning more about what type of injuries constitute emergency care, you can make the right decision at the time of the injury. Common Mouth Injuries Common injuries to the mouth can cause teeth to crack or break as well as being knocked out. Such injuries that can cause issues with the teeth include sports injury, biting down on hard food or candy, a fall, etc. The severity of the injury and where…