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What To Do If You Knock Your Tooth Out

You've gotten into an accident or were playing sports, and you've knocked out your tooth as a result. If the issue is addressed quickly, the tooth can sometimes be saved. Here are the things you should do when you knock your tooth out. Protect Your Mouth Immediately following your mouth injury, protect your mouth against damage by placing a gauze, clean strip of cotton, or another type of material in your mouth. Read More 

Three Warning Signs Of Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a life-threatening condition that can cause serious problems for your overall health if left untreated. Unfortunately, getting a diagnosis can be difficult, as many people don't realize that their various symptoms are related to sleep apnea. If you or your loved ones are experiencing any of these symptoms, sleep apnea could be to blame. Daytime Exhaustion One of the most common issues with sleep apnea is exhaustion during the daytime when you're trying to stay awake. Read More 

Six Maintenance Mistakes To Avoid With Your Dental Veneers

Dental veneers offer a great option for patients looking for cosmetic improvements in their teeth. However, patients who have veneers need to know how to take care of their veneers properly and avoid causing damage. Unfortunately, a lot of patients who have veneers make common maintenance mistakes that can detract from the appearance and strength of their veneers over time. The following are six maintenance mistakes you need to avoid if you're planning on getting veneers or you have already had veneers installed: Read More 

Covering Metal Fillings With Veneers

Many people choose to have their teeth filled with a metal filling rather than a ceramic one at some point in their lives. Metal fillings are typically less expensive and similarly strong to ceramic fillings, so it's often a cost-saving choice that people make earlier on in life when they're on a budget. If you've since gotten to a point where you don't want your teeth to look like they have metal in them anymore, veneers are a great way of changing that. Read More 

Have A Dying Tooth? What To Know Before Getting Work Done

If you have a tooth that is dying and you know that an extraction is likely, and you have an appointment with the dentist, you want an implant to be the topic of discussion. If you only have one tooth that has to be extracted and you don't want to worry about upkeep and maintenance, an implant is a better option than a bridge. Here are some of the things to talk with your dentist about, so you can learn more information about an implant and if it will be right for you. Read More