If you are scared of the dentist, you are likely more scared of the experience or a procedure than the actual dentist himself. A new treatment plan now means less drills and fillings and a less painful and scary experience. Man dentists are opting to treat their patients with less-invasive treatment of fluoride varnishes, sealants… Read More »
Not all families have insurance that covers dental work. That doesn’t mean they need or deserve dental care any less. One mobile unit in Florida has set out to help children who are uninsured. The unit visits schools and makes other stops and provides necessary dental care to those in need. Read the full article… Read More »
Many children are scared of the dentist. They may be nervous about a procedure or they may just not know what to expect. The best way to make your child more comfortable with a trip the dentist is to choose pediatric dentist that they like and accept. This may not be easy and could take… Read More »
Snoring can be an annoying problem and can even disrupt sleep and relationships. If you have a snoring problem or have been told you have one by a spouse, you may be wondering what is causing it. Your dentist may be able to help you get to the root of the problem. In fact, a… Read More »
There is a lot of debate about whether or not children should receive fluoride treatments to help make their teeth stronger. Some people believe it is unnecessary and others believe it is important for strong teeth. The other debate is over the age the children should be when they receive their first treatment. Some dental… Read More »
Getting a filling is a pretty regular procedure, but what if there was another way to deal with cavities? Believe it or not, dental researchers have found a new way to treat cavities and it doesn’t involve a drill or a lot of painful numbing shots. It is just as effective as a filling but much… Read More »
For any of us, going to the dentist is just a part of life. For the elderly, it can be difficult and even seem impossible. Many of them do not have the proper dental insurance to pay for their visit and many more simply don’t have a way to get there. Others are concerned about… Read More »
If you hate the drill at the dentist, you may be in luck. Many dentists may be putting down the drill and opting for a different type of dental procedure to deal with cavities and other issues. A new study found that using drills to work on teeth could be causing harm and that no… Read More »
Nobody want to lost their teeth and some people are more at risk than other. While bad habits and poor oral hygiene can contribute to tooth loss, so can diabetes. In fact, a new study shows that people with diabetes are much more likely to loose teeth than those who do not suffer from the… Read More »
Nobody looks forward to a painful dental procedure, but pain is usually the worst part of a dental appointment. A new laser could make most dental procedures painless. “It vaporizes the tooth structure and it does it in such a way, it pulses so high that it doesn’t hurt,” Dr. Fantarella said, “All restorative procedures,… Read More »
