Restoration Is Sometimes Preferred Over a Dental Implant The loss of a tooth can certainly affect your ability to chew and break down the foods you eat. It can also cause problems with the clarity of your speech, or cause you to have an unattractive smile. If the tooth isn’t restored in a reasonable amount… Read more »
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Including Basic Items in Your First-Aid Kits Will Help You Be Prepared to Provide Care
Basic Items in Your First-Aid Kits Will Help You Be Prepared First-aid kits are commonly stocked with bandages, antiseptic items, wraps, and other items intended to help you prepare for common injuries. Unfortunately, many people don’t think to add oral care items to the kit. This could leave you ill prepared to effectively treat a… Read more »
A Tooth That Has Suffered a Dental Avulsion Can Often Be Replaced by a Dental Implant
Dental Avulsion Can Often Be Replaced by a Dental Implant A severe oral trauma, like a hard fall or blow to the face, can sometimes knock a tooth out of the socket or damage it immediately at the gumline. A dental avulsion of this magnitude is a serious cause for concern that always requires timely,… Read more »
A Blow to the Face Can Knock a Tooth Out so Severely that It Can Only Be Replaced by a Dental Implant
Blow to the Face Can Knock a Tooth Out Contact sports and other rigorous activities can potentially cause a blow to the face. Using a quality mouth guard can help prevent serious oral trauma. Unfortunately, many athletes find retail mouth guards to be uncomfortable. This causes some athletes to forego the use of a mouth… Read more »