3 Preventive Care Benefits

preventionsignAre you curious about the benefits of preventive care? Do you consistently hear us tell you that protecting your oral health with prevention is paramount but you aren’t really sure why we feel so strongly about this area of dental care? First, remember that prevention allows you to safeguard your smile, keeping it safe so nothing bad happens to it. Next, consider a few benefits of this area of dentistry, so you have a clearer understanding of what it’s all about.

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Treating Sleep Apnea: Important Lifestyle Changes

sleepapneacoupleAre you happy to report that you have been keeping up with your sleep apnea treatment to ensure your airways remain open while you sleep? Are you not so happy, however, to report that you’re not really sure whether you’re making good lifestyle choices to promote the success of that treatment? Don’t worry. We are glad to offer some suggestions, which will give you a clearer picture of how to experience your best sleep yet.

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Get To Know: Dental Bridges

dentalbridgepinkDoes your smile reveal that you have an open space (or multiple open spaces) as the result of tooth loss? Do you find that you try to conceal this fact by covering up your smile with your hand – or that you intentionally avoid social interactions to prevent anyone from noticing? Fortunately, whether you are ready to replace your teeth to boost your confidence or strictly to protect your oral health (or both), we are ready with options like dental bridges to restore your smile. Learn more about whether a bridge is right for you.

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3 Relieving Facts About Oral Cancer

3balloonredWhen you hear that we offer oral cancer screenings, you may initially find yourself feeling somewhat unnerved rather than relieved. Just hearing the words means that this is a very real oral health concern (one that many patients would simply prefer not to think about). Good news: Talking about it, receiving screenings, and being proactive is actually extremely beneficial. Allow us to offer some reasons you don’t have you to worry and, instead, can feel great relief.

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Tooth Loss: What Should I Do?

womanwonderingyellowFor patients dealing with tooth loss, the experience can take quite a toll. In addition to feeling less than enthusiastic about the way your smile looks to others, you may feel upset about a host of other concerns. For instance, you may not know what to do, whether you’re supposed to just “deal with it,” or what type of tooth replacement option is best for you. Fortunately, we are here to help. In addition to replacing your teeth, we will be glad to explain why it’s a good idea to do so.

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