Checkups and Cleanings Keep You Healthy

Checkups and Cleanings Keep You HealthyOral health is very closely linked to your overall health. An important part of keeping your mouth healthy is preventative care. Most major dental issues can be prevented with strong oral hygiene and regular visits to your dentist. Your dentist can examine your teeth and gums to stay on top of potential problems. Strong oral hygiene includes brushing and flossing twice daily at home, but it also includes professional cleanings at your dentist’s office. A professional cleaning can remove any built-up plaque or tartar before they can cause gum disease or tooth decay. A toothache should not be the only reason that you visit your dentist.  (more…)

How Do You Place Dental Implants?

If you have one or more missing teeth, you have a clear understanding how this impacts your appearance. Gaps in your smile aside, how do missing teeth impact your oral health? Often, tooth loss can lead to everything from trouble eating to loss of jawbone density, which causes an older appearance. Fortunately, we can prevent these issues with implant placement. How do you place dental implant?

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