Over 15 million Americans have at least one crown to protect a weak and damaged tooth or to make a tooth more aesthetically pleasing. Usually, crowns that are well taken care of can last between 15 and 20 years, although some crowns last longer. If you have a crown that is hurting, especially when you […]
Despite the aches and sorrows of aging, our loved ones on the other side of life’s journey may recall the excitement of seeing how the world and their own position in it have changed through time. Dentists and oral surgeons, for example, should appreciate our older population and their particular dental care needs for the […]
Since time immemorial, we have emphasized having a complete set of teeth for aesthetic and functional purposes. This led to people replacing missing teeth, and as a result, the invention of dental implants introduced an effective permanent solution for tooth restoration. Dental Implants During Ancient Times Before 1952, there were no dental implants in the […]
Gums serve a great purpose, and a smile can be distracting if the gums are prominent. Large and thick gums make the teeth appear to be short and stubby and this is not attractive. You will find someone closing their mouth when smiling. This makes one feel uncomfortable yet smiling and laughing should be natural. […]
Maxillofacial cancer is a cancerous tumor affecting the face, mouth, or neck. The tumors occur due to abnormal cell growths or mutations. The abnormal cells form a tumor, which starts to grow in a specific area and, in later stages, spread to other sites. There is no particular reason for the mutation of the cells, […]
You have just left the dentist and have been told you have an impacted tooth. Maybe this is the first time you have heard this term and wondering what it means. Having an impacted tooth means that the tooth is not in the right position. For example, a tooth coming in the wrong direction or […]
Good oral hygiene is an essential aspect of good grooming. Taking care of your gums helps to keep away gum diseases, some of which are very expensive to treat and could cause permanent loss of teeth. Protecting your gums is one of the basics of oral hygiene. Here are 7 ways how you can do […]
If you or a loved one develops a facial or mouth injury that necessitates immediate medical attention in a hospital emergency department, consult an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. OMSs are the only medical practitioners who can treat these wounds correctly due to their education and experience. Types Of Trauma Treated By Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery […]
Your child requires optimal dental care to ensure that they can have strong healthy gums and teeth as they grow. Parents have a huge role to play in ensuring that their child develops proper dental health. One of the ways that you can contribute to optimal dental health for your is by bringing them to […]
Pediatric essential health benefits provide the patient with better and quality solutions to maintain their oral health and create awareness of the importance of keeping the health of the natural teeth. Benefits Pediatric dental cleaning has numerous benefits and is fundamental to children’s dental health. Plaque develops on your teeth when bacteria and certain sugars […]