Going to the dentist isn't any fun, but it is one of those things that just has to be done. For years, I fought the process and didn't go for my regular cleanings and in the end, it sure didn't pay to do so. I ended up spending ten times as much time in the chair and a boat-load of money in dental repairs. If you don't like going to the dentist, you can make it easier on yourself. This blog will show you a few tips that can help you improve the experience and get through the treatment without as much discomfort.
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Need A Dental Crown? Know What You Should Expect
28 February 2019
Has your dentist told you that you need a dental crown to fix one of your teeth? If so, you may be wondering what the procedure involves. The procedure does take two trips to the dentist in order to complete, which is why it helps to know what to expect during each visit. First Visit By this point, your dentist will have already determined a need for a dental crown. Your first return visit to the dentist will involve preparing your mouth for the crown that needs to be made.
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Dental Implants: Why You Should Choose Ceramic Over Titanium For The Abutment Screws
4 February 2019
If you consult with a half dozen dental implant providers, you will find that the majority of them (if not all) want you to have the titanium abutment screws. You might be inclined to think that is fine, considering that the medical community uses titanium for all kinds of things (namely, pins and rods for resetting bone). However, you do have another option. Ceramic abutment screws are available, and you can get them, but only if you ask your dentist for them.
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What Might Be Causing Your Mouth Sore And How A Dentist Can Help
3 January 2019
Mouth sores can cause a lot of discomfort when you speak, move your tongue, or eat. Sore spots can have many causes and sometimes they clear up on their own after several days. If you have a persistent sore or a sore that keeps coming back, see your dentist so he or she can uncover the cause and recommend treatment that helps. Here are some causes of mouth sores and the treatments your dentist might recommend.