An elbow to the mouth. A full-impact collision with another player. A hit with a bat, stick, ball, or puck. Whether professional athlete, hobbyist, or student, game play in any form can lead to serious dental injuries. The Journal of the American Dental Association reports that 13 to 39 percent of all dental injuries are sports-related. Though ...
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Dental crowns are a versatile, attractive, and incredibly durable restorative dentistry procedure. Many people might hear the word “tooth crown” and cringe – this is an understandable reaction since crowns are often associated with root canals which are also cringeworthy. But dental crowns have a bad rap. (more…) ...
Read MoreMissing teeth certainly aren’t aesthetically pleasing in a smile, but it’s unhealthy to leave these gaps in your mouth. Missing teeth can lead to the breakdown of your jaw, compromise the integrity of the rest of your teeth, and make you look older than you actually are because of the sunken-in appearance your face will develop. It doesn’t ...
Read MoreAs people age, they may be more willing to tolerate certain health issues, like a missing tooth. Then again, some people maintain an attitude of, “I’ll deal with it” throughout most of their life, no matter their age. But here’s the problem: If you’re living life with missing adult teeth, you’re doing yourself, your appearance, your ...
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