Mouth and Body — There is a Connection
A dental appointment should be full of patient education, and it should entail information not only on the current status of your oral health, but how to improve upon it and prevent future problems from arising. A pertinent part of patient education should be how important oral health is when it comes to your overall health.
Want to Sparkle — Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening treatments are popular for patients that have a smile that has darkened or discolored over time, or maybe they just want a brighter smile. Dental whitening can be done safely and there are several options to choose from.
Dental Anxiety - Easing Your Fears
Dental anxiety is something that many patients struggle with at some point in their life. It may be due to a bad experience as a child, being embarrassed that you did not take care of your teeth, or simply you do not like the dentist.
Missing Teeth — What Are My Options
One of the most common questions you hear in the dental office is “what type of dental restoration is best for me and my oral health?” Followed by “how can I replace these missing teeth?” The different types of dental restorations can be overwhelming and often hard for patients to understand without visualizing what they are actually getting.
Ouch — Do I Need A Root Canal
Many people have heard about root canals vaguely, but if you have never had one, they may still be a mystery. One of the downfalls to typically learning about root canals, is that the education comes while you are already in pain, which can be difficult to process.
First Dental Visit
Sometimes scheduling a first visit at a new dental office can create a lot of anxiety. Understanding what will happen during that appointment can help alleviate many concerns. One of the first things needed will be the completion of new patient paperwork.