3D printing is an emerging technology that has ground-breaking applications in the field of dentistry. There are 3D printers and materials manufactured specifically for dentists. 3D printers produce highly accurate orthodontic models, restorations, dentures, aligners, retainers, crowns, bridges, as well as surgical guides. The source material used in the printing process varies, depending on which…
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How Does COVID-19 Affect Oral Health?
COVID-19 negatively impacts the oral health of many patients — even those patients who have not contracted the disease. A consequence of this unprecedented pandemic is that dentists are seeing a significant spike in cavities, cracked teeth, and gum disease. Dentists in some areas have reported a 120% increase in patients with these issues, compared…
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Good Oral Health = Good Overall Health Oral health is essential to overall health. Your dental care provider may focus primarily on teeth and gums, but the truth is, your family dentist does not treat oral health in isolation from other health issues. In fact, dental health professionals play a key role in your overall…
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Your family dentist has a treatment that is highly effective in preventing cavities: dental sealants. Sealants are a simple, successful and cost-effective measure your dentist can take to prevent cavities from forming in your teeth. What are they? Dental sealants are a thin plastic film that your family dentist paints on the chewing surface…
Continue ReadingWhat Is The Benefit Of An Electric Toothbrush?
Why would your family dentist recommend an electric toothbrush? • An electric toothbrush facilitates more thorough oral hygiene. Why is an electric toothbrush more effective? • There is a tendency for many of us to brush TOO HARD when we brush our teeth manually. This can damage the gums and lead to degradation of tooth…
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What is a root canal? Beneath the tooth enamel and dentin, there is soft tissue known as pulp. The pulp of the tooth contains nerves, connective tissue, and the blood vessels — the “roots” of your tooth. When pulp tissue becomes infected, your family dentist performs a “root canal” to remove the infected or damaged…
Continue ReadingUltrasonic Scaling as Part of Dental Treatment
What is Ultrasonic scaling? “Scaling” is the removal of hard deposits on the surface of the tooth. When bacteria in the mouth builds up into plaque and tartar on the teeth, it may cause the gums to become inflamed and pull away from the teeth. This can create pockets filled with…
Continue ReadingLaser Dentistry
What is a Laser? A laser is a device that generates an intense beam of coherent monochromatic light or electromagnetic energy onto a specific focal point. Lasers are used in precision drilling, cutting, alignment and guidance. When would my family dentist use a laser in a dental treatment? When this intensely focused energy stream is…
Continue ReadingOctober is Dental Hygiene Month
In honor of dental hygiene month, Jeanine and Jean, our fabulous dental hygienists offer a few tips to enhance your oral hygiene routine: Choose the right tools and use them in the most effective ways: Use a soft-bristled toothbrush with a small head. This allows easier access to hard-to-brush places, and reduces damage to…
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October is Dental Hygiene Month. This is a perfect time to call your family dentist to schedule an appointment for routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of your oral health. Why is this important? Regular dental hygiene can prevent most dental disease. Early detection and intervention when there is a problem means it is easier…
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