July 25, 2023
A bright and confident smile can do wonders for your self-esteem. You're not alone if you want to achieve a sparkling smile through teeth whitening.
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May 25, 2023
Can you be sure that you have not suffered or are not suffering from gum disease?
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May 25, 2023
Halloween is a day of costumes, tricks, and treats, especially scary costumes and sugary treats. However, there are some dentist-approved ways to celebrate this spooky season without endangering your smile.
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May 25, 2023
Baby teeth play a huge role in shaping our future smiles. They are important for the normal growth of the jaw bone and give an appropriate shape to the face. They are the placeholders for permanent teeth.
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May 25, 2023
Dental emergencies do not follow any schedule or timeline; they can occur anytime, anywhere. While it may not be possible to prevent dental emergencies entirely, knowing what constitutes an emergency and how to manage one can help minimize the damage and pain.
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May 25, 2023
A knocked-out tooth is one of the most common dental emergencies dentists have to manage every day. According to the American Association of Endodontists, more than five million teeth are knocked out every year. If you have a knocked-out tooth - either due to an accident or injury - it does not necessarily mean that it cannot be saved. Knowing what to do in the case of an emergency makes the difference between losing or saving a tooth. Fortunately, an avulsed tooth can be saved with proper emergency treatment. This article explains what you should do if you or a loved one has a knocked-out tooth and how to preserve it so your dentist can replant it back to its position.
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May 25, 2023
Dental emergencies can often be traumatic. Not only are most of them associated with intense pain, but there is also the added stress of paying for (often) complex treatment to solve the problem. Though this sounds stressful, the good news is that, for the most part, dental emergencies are usually preventable (unless it occurs because of an accident).
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May 25, 2023
Poor oral health can increase the risk of gum disease, leading to inflammation and damage to the blood vessels in the heart. This article discusses the link between oral health and heart disease, the importance of regular dental checkups for heart health, and the steps to protect your heart. It concludes with recommendations for maintaining good oral hygiene and scheduling regular dental checkups.
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May 25, 2023
Mouthguards are devices used to protect your teeth from grinding or clenching while sleeping or from injuries sustained while participating in sports. They can also assist with snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. A mouthguard is a must-have tool for anybody who participates in sports, whether professionally and recreationally. Softball, racquetball, field hockey, ice hockey, handball, rugby, wrestling, weightlifting, and water polo are among the sports where a mouth guard is recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), as are basketball, cycling, volleyball, tennis, gymnastics, acrobatics, and skiing.
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May 25, 2023
Is that gap between your teeth making you hide your grin? You are not alone! Approximately 25% of adults in the USA have similar gaps.
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May 25, 2023
The Bell Road Dentistry team takes Halloween seriously. For our first year together, we decided to participate in a costume contest and picked our office theme before deciding on a winner within the office. Our Bell Road Dentistry team loved the idea of being the Scooby-Doo gang!
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