Jan 16, 2025 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, Sedation Dentistry
Sedation dentistry, also known as “sleep dentistry,” refers to the practice of calming and relaxing a patient prior to a dental procedure with the use of pharmacological agents. Sedation dentistry began in the late 1700s when a chemist named Humphry Davy began...
Jan 9, 2025 | Blog, Dental Topics 1, General Dentistry
How much do you really know about your mouth? Most people understand basic brushing and flossing, but they may not realize the myriad of factors that influence dental health. Knowing how your lifestyle impacts your teeth and gums can help you make the best choices to...
Jan 2, 2025 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, Sedation Dentistry
Intravenous, or IV, dental sedation offers patients a way to remain completely relaxed while undergoing dental procedures. Those with dental phobias, severe anxiety, special needs, or other issues are able to obtain necessary treatment instead of avoiding trips to the...
Dec 26, 2024 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, General Dentistry
What is a dental bridge? Dental bridges make a bridge between two anchor teeth and are meant to fill a space left by a missing tooth. Teeth can be missing due to trauma, decay or some type of natural loss. Dental crowns cap the anchor teeth, giving the bridge...
Dec 19, 2024 | Blog, Dental Information, Dental Topics 4
Being overweight or obese is a growing health problem around the world. According to the World Health Organization, obesity rates have tripled since 1975, and in 2016, over 1.9 billion adults were overweight, with more than 650 million of them being obese. Obesity...
Dec 12, 2024 | Blog, Dental Topics 4, Implant Dentistry
The Definition and Importance of Dental Implants Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that provide a permanent base for fixed or removable replacement teeth. They are designed to look, feel, and function like natural teeth. Implants are typically made of...