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A Guide to the Dental Tool Kit

You’ve heard the saying “all that glitters is not gold,” and that rings true with the shiny silver instruments that your dentist uses throughout your visit. If you’re curious, we’ve provided a guide to some of the most commonly used tools and machines that you may encounter on your next trip to the dentist.

How to Prevent Gingivitis and Maintain a Healthy Mouth

You’re brushing your teeth as part of your regular morning routine and suddenly notice blood in the bathroom sink when you spit! What’s going on? Did you get carried away and brush too vigorously, or is something more sinister? Is it Gingivitis? Gingivitis is the earliest stage of periodontal disease (gum disease). According to the … Continue reading How to Prevent Gingivitis and Maintain a Healthy Mouth

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A person’s gag reflex is usually triggered by a large object in the back of the throat, and in some cases, the psychological impact of a dental visit can trigger your reflex. If you’re worried about your gag reflex affecting your next visit to the dentist, here are a few ways to manage it.

You don’t want to be someone who never smiles in photographs because you are self-conscious about missing teeth! Get your smile and your confidence back with custom-made dental dentures. Your dentist at Dental Care Center can help you decide which of the following options are best for you: Conventional Dentures Conventional dentures are complete, removable … Continue reading Say Cheese! Dentures Will Put a Smile on Your Face!

In this day and age, it’s not uncommon to have braces. Despite the cosmetic nature of the procedure, it’s almost as routine as getting a pair of glasses. If you want to align your teeth as an adult, here are five points to help guide you through the process.

Why Are Baby Teeth So Important? When baby’s first tooth pops through, it’s kind of a big deal. We share the news with friends and family, and give a big sigh of relief that the first bout of teething is finally over. But when do we start taking baby to the dentist for check-ups, and … Continue reading Children’s Dentistry

Questions about your teeth probably pop into your head while you’re brushing and flossing. But then at your dental visit, the dentist asks, “Any questions?” Your mind is blank. “Um, no I don’t think so.” Still, we know you have dental questions, so here are the answers to some of the most common.

By Tammy Green Nearly everyone wants that movie star perfect smile, but very few of us are gifted with naturally perfect teeth. Fortunately, modern dentistry can fill in where nature failed us. If you feel self-conscious about the shape, color, or alignment of your teeth, The Dental Care Center can help! Here are four … Continue reading Four Ways to Improve Your Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry

An important step that patients sometimes forget about is using mouthwash twice daily. Here we go over the best ingredients to look for.

Plan in Advance to Keep Your Child’s Teeth Safe Spring is in the air! It’s time for baseball (or soccer), hot dogs, apple pie, and mouth guards! If your child plays sports of any kind, you know how important it is to have the proper equipment to prevent injuries. This can involve proper shoes, helmets, … Continue reading Mouth Guards and Spring Sports

How much do you know about your tongue? When we think of oral health, we may normally focus on our teeth and gums. However, it’s important to care for all aspects of your mouth, tongue included! Here are five fun and interesting facts about your gustatory system!

You already know that it’s important to take care of your teeth. So you brush twice a day, floss, and see your dentist every six months as recommended. You feel like you are doing everything right, but there’s this one tooth that’s just a bit touchy sometimes. Your dentist takes some ex-rays and does an … Continue reading Five Things to Know When Getting a Root Canal

A dead tooth sometimes referred to as a “non-vital tooth,” is a tooth no longer receives blood flow. Learn about symptoms, causes, and treatments.

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It’s easy to think of the field of dentistry as one big occupation that deals with oral health. In reality, it’s an umbrella term for more specific specialties. Restorative dentistry can help return your smile to what it once was. Cosmetic dentistry covers elective procedures that make your smile more attractive. General dentistry covers the overall … Continue reading The Difference Between Restorative, Cosmetic, and General Dentistry

Regularly visiting your dental hygienist is an essential part of taking care of your dental health. For them to best help you, here are five things you shouldn’t do at a dental appointment.

The Difference Between Restorative, Cosmetic, and General Dentistry

Oral Cancer: Early Detection Is the Best Prevention

Maintaining your dental health and hygiene is just as essential as maintaining other elements of your overall health and well-being. Regular checkups with a dentist can ensure that you’re getting the care and treatment you need. It’s ideal that oral health concerns be detected early, resulting in improved outcomes from effective treatment. One example is … Continue reading Oral Cancer: Early Detection Is the Best Prevention

Bad Breath: Causes and Treatments

Image via Flickr by Randall Wick Bad breath can be embarrassing at best and anxiety-inducing at worst. It’s easy to see why stores stock entire aisles with mints, gum, breath freshening sprays, mouthwashes, and more. But covering up an embarrassing odor does nothing to solve the problem. Bad breath actually develops from poor dental health … Continue reading Bad Breath: Causes and Treatments