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A Guide to Creatively Handling a Child's Dental Health

• 4 Reasons Porcelain Veneers Are The Best Choice

  14 April 2015

  Have you ever been afraid to flash your smile? Do you notice that you have a close-lipped smile in all of your pictures? You should have a smile that you are proud of. It helps to smile naturally when you are meeting new people because it puts them at ease. Your oral health is incredibly important and plays into the aesthetic of your smile. Porcelain veneers can help correct problems with your smile.

• Dental Treatment Options For Dentinogenesis Imperfecta Type III

  23 March 2015

  Dentinogenesis imperfect is a hereditary condition that affects how much and how well the dental dentin develops. Dentin is the vital hard tissue that serves as the mass of a tooth. The dentin surrounds the sensitive root structure and itself is surrounded by protective enamel. The type III version of the condition is highly geographically specific, with sufferers having been born in the Brandywine region of Maryland. So type III is rare and oddly specific.

• The Pros And Cons Of Getting Braces As An Adult

  27 February 2015

  When we think about braces, we tend to think about teenagers.  For many of us, in fact, braces were a big part of our own childhood.  Less well-known is the fact that adults can often benefit from braces as well.  Like any procedure, getting braces as an adult has both its positives and negatives.  Here's a closer look at what you might expect as an adult getting braces: Why Might I Need Braces as an Adult?

• What Are The White Spots On Your Gums?

  24 February 2015

  If you look in the mirror and suddenly see white spots on your gums, you might be alarmed. Many peoples' first thought is "Oh no, cancer!" While white spots are sometimes an indication of oral cancer, they often have a much less worrisome cause. A condition known as benign leukoplakia commonly causes white or gray spots to appear on the gums. In the early stages of development, these spots might even be common canker sores.

• Listen To Your Dentist - Get That Root Canal

  12 February 2015

  When you first hear about he concept of a root canal, it can be a little alarming. The dentist is going to do what? Pull out the root of your tooth? It sounds uncomfortable at best, and it is not surprising that so many people are repelled. But truthfully, if the dentist tells you that you need a root canal, you better get one. Otherwise you may put the health of your mouth and your body at risk.