When Preserving Your Oral Health Means Losing a Tooth

Missing tooth space in mouth close-up. Doctor dentist look into open mouthLosing teeth as a child is a natural occurrence. If you are losing teeth as an adult, however, that is indicative of a much bigger concern. In fact, the development of adult structures should be permanent and they will not grow back once gone. So, what could be the reason? The answer, unfortunately, is a variety of things. You could be experiencing disease or infection that is causing them to fall out, or you may have experienced some sort of physical damage that knocked them out. Regardless of the circumstance, sometimes a tooth needs to be removed when it comes to preserving your health, and your Baxter, MN dentist at Greenhaven Family Dental is here to explain why.

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Comfortable Treatment With Dental Sedation

baxter dental sedationWe always strive to ensure that our patients not only receive the care needed to maintain optimal oral health, but that they also feel comfortable and enjoy their time in our office. Which means we often recommend dental sedation for those undergoing more complex cases, or for those with dental anxiety. In today’s blog, your Baxter, MN, dentist discusses the benefits of nitrous oxide.

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Why You Should Never Skip Your Routine Checkup

Thanksgiving is tomorrow and the holidays are finally here. This means spending time with family, indulging in delicious foods and festive treats, and relaxing by the television watching the game and trying not to fall asleep. While this may be a great time for relaxation, it is important to pay mind to your oral health and not get too lax on your routine preventive care. In fact, this is actually the perfect time of the year to check up on your smile, and your Baxter, MN dentist at Greenhaven Family Dental is ready examine your grin and let you know of the importance of attending your routine checkup.

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