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Life gets busy, and it’s tempting to put off responsibilities like dental cleaning when your teeth feel fine. But skipping one or two dental cleanings and checkups can lead to more than just stains. In fact, you could be setting yourself up for dental problems that are harder (and more expensive) to fix! Continue reading to see what could happen to your smile if you make skipping the dentist a habit.

Do you have a tooth that is decayed, broken, or otherwise structurally compromised? Or do you have an old crown that has seen better days? It may be time to get a new restoration. As you are doing your research, you have come across the option of getting a same-day dental crown, but how does this differ from the traditional method? Continue reading to learn about some of the differences between same-day and lab-made dental crowns.

Dentists are experts in all matters related to the teeth and gums. However, they are also much more than that. They are medical professionals who want to see you enjoy excellent health from head-to-toe. As such, you should be sure that they know about relevant health factors that could influence how they care for you. What specifically should you mention during your next checkup? This blog post shares some examples.

Dental crowns are a reliable means of strengthening and protecting damaged teeth. Traditionally, they are created in dental laboratories, which work with dentists to create top-quality products. Nowadays, though, some dentists have taken the crown creation process into their own hands with the help of CEREC technology. It has the potential to give you a strong, beautiful crown in just a single appointment! Would you like to know more about CEREC crowns? This blog post answers four common questions.

The idea of getting a tooth removed can seem unpleasant, particularly when it comes to the wisdom teeth. After all, perhaps your wisdom teeth are not currently causing any pain, or maybe you have heard that the removal surgery can be somewhat intensive. In any case, you might wonder if you really have to get your wisdom teeth removed. The answer is maybe! In this blog post, you will learn some key points about when wisdom tooth removal is really necessary.

If you want to repair your damaged tooth as quickly as possible, you may be interested in getting a CEREC same-day crown. Unlike traditional dental crowns, CEREC crowns can be created and placed in just one day. But is this really the best option in your specific case? In order to find the answer to that question, it’s worth taking a closer look at the advantages and drawbacks associated with CEREC crowns.

Sometimes you may constantly experience a bitter taste in your mouth that doesn’t have an immediately obvious explanation. This often isn’t a serious problem, but in certain cases, it could be a warning sign for a dental emergency. To make sure that you’re fully aware of any issues that might come up in your mouth, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the following 4 possible causes of a chronic bitter taste.

A large percentage of Americans have dental benefits through work or a private plan. However, not everyone completely understands how their insurance plan plays a role. You know that you can go to your dentist for your regular cleanings and checkups without issue, but what if you have an urgent problem that needs to be attended to? Will your dental insurance help to pay for your emergency visit? Here’s what you should know.

Tooth decay has long been associated with a few well-known culprits, most notably Streptococcus mutans, the bacteria often blamed for starting the process that leads to cavities. But now, researchers have uncovered a new microbial accomplice: Streptococcus sputigena (S. sputigena). This previously overlooked bacterium appears to play a surprising role in intensifying tooth decay, and its discovery is reshaping how scientists think about dental plaque and cavity formation.

Losing a dental crown is considered a dental emergency, but don’t panic! It’s not like getting cavities or gum disease. Your crown may have fallen out simply because it didn’t fit quite right, or because it’s worn down and needs replaced.

Regardless of the reason, your dentist will want to help you as soon as possible so you can go back to eating and talking as normal. Here’s what you should do in this urgent – but manageable! – situation.