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• Can You Receive An Implant Years After An Extraction?

  1 August 2019

  If you have ever spoken to your oral care professional about the use of dental implants to replace a tooth, then you may know some of the basics. While many people will have an implant secured almost immediately after an extraction, this is not always possible. If you wait some years before inquiring about an implant, then you may wonder if you can actually receive one or not. Keep reading to learn more about this.

• Three Common Toothbrushing Mistakes You Might Not Know You'Re Making

  2 July 2019

  Brushing one's teeth is something that most people do every day. However, there's a big difference between doing this simple hygiene care the right way and the wrong way. If you're at all concerned about your oral health, read this simple list to find out if you're making one of these mistakes. Acids You've probably heard that acid in the food you eat and the beverages you drink can have a negative impact on your teeth.

• Taking Action When Your Child Loses A Filling

  2 June 2019

  Just as with adult teeth, a child's fillings can come loose and fall out. Some very young children with fillings in their baby teeth can lose the filling when adult teeth begin to push them out. Children seldom cope well with pain and it can be difficult to know how to handle this issue. Most parents want to foster good dental habits and try to mitigate the trauma on the child as best as they can.

• Diabetes And Wearing Braces

  6 May 2019

  If you have diabetes, your endocrinologist probably monitors your blood glucose levels and other blood chemistry lab tests very carefully. In addition to getting regular medical checkups for your diabetes, your orthodontist will also need to monitor your oral health more frequently if you wear braces. Not only can diabetes affect your liver, kidneys, and cardiovascular system, it can also affect your oral cavity. Here are some diabetes-related findings your orthodontist may discover during your routine braces examination.

• Not Happy With Your Smile? Two Reasons Why Now Is The Time To Change It!

  9 April 2019

  When you feel positive about the way your teeth look it's easy to greet the world with a smile. You welcome opportunities and never miss a chance to bless a stranger with your winning grin. However, the exact opposite is true when your teeth aren't in the best condition. Hiding from pictures might be a daily reality, and you often turn down potential friends or suitors because you aren't too pleased with your appearance.