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What are Amalgam Fillings

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What Are Amalgam Fillings?

Teeth can develop cavities from poor daily hygiene, and there are several possible methods for treating a cavity. One of the most common is treatment using amalgam filling. If you have developed a cavity and think you might need a filling, your dentist can provide you with specific advice for you...

Bruxism and Stress

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Increase of Bruxism Linked to Stress Caused by COVID-19

Bruxism is a common condition that develops in many people in response to stress. The symptoms typically include grinding of the teeth or clenching the teeth, straining the muscles of the jaw, neck, and face. Over time, Bruxism can easily lead to severe headaches and pain in the mouth and jaw. Un...

Soft Tissue Injury Treatment

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What Is Soft Tissue Injury in Dentistry?

Dentists are not just responsible for the care and treatment of the teeth but also the gums and other soft tissues of the mouth. If you suffer a dental injury, it’s possible that your teeth, as well as the soft tissues within your mouth, have sustained damage and require treatment. You shou...

Dental Bonding

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What Are My Dental Bonding Options?

Dental bonding, also commonly referred to as “filling,” is a procedure meant to protect the teeth and restore a patient’s smile. The process itself is simple yet effective, especially for people who have developed cavities and tooth decay in noticeable parts of their mouths. If ...

Dental Implants And Dentures

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Understanding Dental Implants and Dentures

Eventually, many people lose their teeth despite their best efforts to keep them clean with daily dental hygiene. Some tooth loss occurs due to decay. Others lose their teeth from traumatic injuries, and tooth loss is also common among older adults. However tooth loss happens, the person who has ...

Best Way To Get Rid Of Plaque

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How to Remove Plaque from Teeth Correctly

Good daily oral hygiene is one of the best defenses against serious dental conditions like gum disease, periodontal disease, and tooth decay. One of the most important parts of any daily oral hygiene routine should be plaque removal. Plaque is the thin, yellowish film that accumulates on your tee...

Gum Recession Treatment

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What Causes Gum Recession?

Taking care of your gums is just as important as taking care of your teeth. Your gums have the important jobs of supporting your teeth and protecting their sensitive roots. If gums begin to recede, this can leave the teeth vulnerable and poorly supported. It’s vital for everyone to know the...

Symptoms of Gingivitis

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How to Tell If You Have Gingivitis

Good oral hygiene and regular visits to your dentist can help you prevent a wide range of dental health complications, including those that affect the gums. One of the most common forms of gum disease in the US is gingivitis, a condition characterized by irritation, redness, and swelling of the g...

How Long do Fillings Last

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I Need a Cavity Filling. How Long Will My Filling Last?

Cavities are some of the most common dental issues experienced in the United States. Some cavities are very hard to spot and may not have any noticeable symptoms, while others can be very painful, making it difficult to eat and drink. A cavity is essentially a hole in the tooth enamel caused by t...

How to Fix Chipped Tooth

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How Can I Have My Chipped Tooth Fixed?

Experiencing a chipped tooth can be incredibly stressful. You may wonder how it will affect both your ability to eat safely as well as the aesthetic impact on your smile. While it’s not uncommon for people to feel panicked when they sustain a chipped tooth, it’s possible to have it fi...

What is Periodontitis?

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What Is Periodontitis?

When it comes to the health of your teeth and gums, it’s vital to address the health of the parts of your mouth that you can see. However, there may be issues beneath the surface that will lead to serious dental health problems if left unchecked. Periodontitis is a common dental health cond...

At Home Teeth Whitening

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At-Home Teeth Whitening

Now, more than ever, people are taking advantage of the effects of teeth whitening. A bright, glowing smile helps inspire confidence wherever you go! However, there are new fads coming to light for at-home teeth whitening. From charcoal toothpaste to oil pulling and baking soda, these at-home tee...

Food For Strong Teeth And Gums

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How to Pack a Mouth-Healthy Lunch for Your Child

For most of us Wisconsinites, it’s a relief to hear that cheese is good for our teeth. Cheese raises the pH in our mouths and lowers the risk of tooth decay. It’s thought that the chewing required to eat cheese increases saliva in the mouth. Cheese also contains calcium and protein, which are nut...

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

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Baby Bottle Tooth Decay: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

Baby bottle tooth decay occurs when sweetened liquids or those with natural sugars, such as milk, formula, and fruit juice, cling to infants’ teeth for a long period of time. Bacteria thrive on this sugary debris and create acids that begin attacking the teeth. Children whose pacifiers are dipped...

Trends in Dentistry

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13 Top Dental Trends for 2020

Through consulting with clients and monitoring industry thought leaders, we have compiled a list of 13 trends we’re predicting in 2020. It’s no secret that the dental industry is going through a technological revolution that is contributing to higher quality patient care, and in turn creating hig...

Tooth Replacement Options

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5 Tooth Replacement Options Your Dentist May Recommend

In dentistry, we are looking to ensure our patients have healthy and strong teeth that allow them to eat, smile and talk confidently. For many individuals, this is a challenge and leads them to look for the best options for replacement teeth. While we are always looking to preserve a patient’s na...

Why do Dentists take blood pressure

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Why Does My Dentist Take My Blood Pressure?

You may be wondering why a dentist took your blood pressure at a routine cleaning or prior to a dental procedure. In recent years, many dentists, especially oral surgeons, have begun to take their patients’ blood pressure as a best practice. Known as the ‘silent killer,’ hypertension, or high blo...

Emergency Dental Insurance

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Is Dental Insurance Worth It?

For most people, having health insurance is a no-brainer. Even if you’re pretty healthy, you want that reassurance that if something serious happens, your insurance will pay for most of the outrageous costs of medical care. But what about dental insurance? There’s usually a coverage cap of $1,000...

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