By age 65 more than 1 in 4 Americans have 8 or fewer teeth. With tooth loss so prevalent, it’s no surprise that approximately 41 million people in the U.S. wear dentures. Dentures play a …
How Do You Prevent Gum Recession?
Periodontal disease is a top cause of tooth loss among senior adults. Gum recession is a major symptom of periodontal disease. When gums recede, tooth roots become exposed and vulnerable to deterioration. This problem can …
Is Sedation Dentistry Safe for Senior Citizens?
While sedation dentistry is safe for seniors, certain medical conditions may give cause for caution. Many patients of all ages feel anxious about going to the dentist. They may have sensitive teeth, a low pain …
Does Sedation Dentistry Really Work?
Sedation dentistry is incredibly effective at helping nervous, anxious, or fearful patients relax during dental treatment or oral surgery. There are a variety of anesthesia and sedation options that you can discuss with your oral …
How Do You Fix Gum Recession?
Caring for your teeth should always be a top priority – especially since your oral health directly correlates with your overall health. But, life is busy and that extra time that should be spent on …
Top Ten Wisdom Teeth Questions Answered
Whether your wisdom teeth are simply crowding your mouth, or they are impacted and painful, extracting wisdom teeth is usually the best solution for your dental health. From why wisdom teeth even exist to what …
Grinding Your Teeth? Here’s What You Should Know
If you find your teeth or jaw are sore in the morning, or your partner tells you you’re grinding your teeth at night, it’s time to take action. Grinding, clenching, or gnashing your teeth is …
Oral Surgery for Dentures
Dentures can often be fitted without any preparation or additional treatments, but in some cases, pre-prosthetic surgery is required to prepare a patient’s jawbone so a full or partial denture can be comfortably supported. If …
Is My TMJ Causing My Jaw Pain?
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone’s lives in ways we would have thought unimaginable just a few months ago. Ubiquitous stress imposed upon all age groups by the stay-at-home orders has infiltrated every household. Parents …
Are Dental Implants Covered By Dental Insurance?
Are Dental Implants Covered By Dental Insurance? In the past, the answer to the question, “Are dental implants covered by dental insurance?” was a simple one: No. That’s beginning to change as insurers recognize the …
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