Category Archives: General Dentistry

Dental Emergency: What to do When Your Filling Falls Out

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Dental Emergency
When a dental filling falls out, it can be a shocking and disorienting experience, not to mention painful one. Taking the time to learn how to handle this type of situation should it happen can help relieve your fears and reduce any pain or discomfort you may be feeling as a result of the filling falling out. Why Dental Fillings Fall Out There are a few reasons why dental fillings may fall out. Some of the reasons why a dental filling falls out include:
  • Tooth decay that has continued to spread underneath the filling which changes the shape...
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7 Benefits of Composite Resin Fillings

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composite resin fillings
Composite resin fillings are becoming increasingly popular when it comes to repairing the damage caused by tooth decay and cavities. The primary reason is that resin filling more closely resemble the color of the natural tooth, which means they can be used to fill cavities in the front and back teeth. The second reason is that they do not contain any mercury, which may cause long-term health effects due to the off-gassing of the mercury over time.

Composite Resin Filling Advantages

Dentists and individuals often choose composite resin fillings for a multitude of reasons, including the fact that it is...
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The Evolution of Dental X-Rays

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Evolution of Dental X-Rays
It is hard to imagine, but the quick, easy dental x-rays that are performed in just a matter of seconds as part of your routine dental checkup weren't always around. In fact, there was a time when dental x-rays were rarely performed at all. Curious just how much dental x-rays have changed over the years? This brief overview of the evolution of dental x-rays will give you a general idea of how this now regularly performed dental procedure has changed since it was first invented in 1895. The Discovery of the X-Ray To understand just how much dental x-rays have changed you have...
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Wooden Teeth and More: The History of Dentures

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Wooden Teeth The History of Dentures
These days, it's fairly easy to get a replacement for a missing tooth. From dentures, partials to bridges and implants, you have plenty of options to fill the gaps in your smile. But that wasn't the case just a few years ago. In years past, people had to resort to extreme measures to replace teeth. Read on to learn the fascinating history of dentures and some of the unique materials people have used to replace teeth.

The First Dentures

The Ancient Egyptians were the first to use incorporate dentures into daily life in 1,500 B.C. These first dentures were made...
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Preventing Periodontal Disease: Five Things You Can Do

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Preventing Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, whether in its early stages or the more advanced type known as periodontitis, can cause some serious health problems. This type of disease can happen to anyone if the gums and teeth aren't taken care of in the right way. Knowing how to prevent periodontal disease starts by knowing why it happens, so read on to find out what you can do to prevent it from happening to you.

How Periodontal Disease Starts

Plaque begins to accumulate on the teeth after you eat or drink. It builds up quickly, but it's easy to remove with good brushing and flossing habits....
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