3 Gum Symptoms To Watch For

womancoveringmouthblondelobWhen your tooth hurts, you know it’s probably a good idea to call us. When a sore shows up and it doesn’t go away, you know scheduling an appointment is essential. However, how much do you know about gum disease symptoms and whether a change requires a phone call and a visit? The brief version of our advice follows: If something changes with your gums, give us a call right away. As for the types of abnormalities that may surface (which act as warnings signs that you might need immediate care), we have a few examples!

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Invisalign: Are You Sabotaging Your Treatment?

invisaligntrayhandThe day you receive your first set of clear aligner trays is a day to smile about. Soon, your misaligned teeth will be in order and the grand reveal will include nothing short of a miraculously straight smile! That is, assuming you follow our instructions for your Invisalign treatment. If not, you might find that you have accidentally sabotaged the success of this easy-to-use orthodontic system. To make sure you’re on track, let’s review some important questions.

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Think You Have Sleep Apnea?

womanquestionschalkPerhaps you have been feeling very fatigued lately and discovered through talking with a friend or researching online that your symptoms happen to match up quite well with a need for sleep apnea treatment. Understandably, becoming familiar with this disorder and its potential side effects can leave you wondering whether it really is what you are experiencing, whether you can treat it, and how to proceed in learning more. Good news: All it takes is contacting us to schedule a consultation. We can learn more from you about your symptoms, examine you, and talk details regarding your daily choices and protecting you with our treatment. Let’s get started by teaching you the best way to proceed.

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2 Ways To Relax

twogoldFor many patients, there’s nothing in particular about any procedure or dental care itself that is unattractive or frightening. There’s just something in general about a trip to the dentist’s office that elicits a sense of dread or anxiety. First, it’s probably helpful to know that we understand the butterflies in your stomach and would like to do what we can to help. As a team, we practice with kindness and compassion to help you feel at ease. As for additional efforts that can help you feel surprisingly relaxed, we have a couple helpful suggestions (including the use of dental sedation).

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Q&A: How Can I Protect Dental Work?

womancoveringfaceWe often notice that even patients who tend to overuse their teeth without a care in the world suddenly become extremely nervous about safeguarding them once they receive restorations. While trying to keep your smile safe is admirable, becoming a little bit neurotic about preventing damage is only going to cause you anxiety. Fortunately, protecting your dental work is something that can become second nature. Allow us to answer some common questions, so you feel more comfortable about moving forward with your newly improved grin.

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Lyle Lovett & His Large Band

concerthearthandsAre you a longtime fan of Lyle Lovett’s music? Perhaps you’ve enjoyed his music rooted in classic country stylings since he showed up on the scene decades ago! If so, you will want to make sure you get yourself and your loved ones tickets to his upcoming performance in your area.

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Dental Checkup: 3 Reasons You’ll Be Glad You Scheduled It

dentalcheckupSometimes, scheduling your dental checkup is the last thing you really feel like doing for a variety of reasons. Maybe you don’t feel like it, maybe you figure your smile is A-OK, perhaps you have a full schedule and would rather do something else, or maybe you know you have a cavity and aren’t in the mood to talk about it. While there are certainly some ways you can easily convince yourself to avoid preventive care, we would like to offer a little bright, optimistic motivation! Consider a few reasons you will be so glad you went ahead and gave us a call to schedule your appointment.

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3 Ways To Replace Teeth Fast

womanwonderingroseHave you found yourself dealing with tooth loss and your number one priority is replacing your teeth as soon as possible? If so, there are certainly some ways to speed up the process (or to accidentally slow it down). Consider a few helpful suggestions that will assist you in completing that goal within as little time as possible.

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Do You Need Or Want Veneers?

womanwonderingglassesWhen it comes to selecting porcelain veneers for your smile, it’s important to realize that you have many cosmetic dentistry options to choose from. It is easy to become swept away with the most dazzling option, of course. However, if it’s something you don’t necessarily need for the changes you are hoping to make, it’s good to become familiar with what’s what. When is it a necessity and when is it just something that sounds fancy? Fortunately, we can clear this up for you very quickly.

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