Dental Math

A dentist’s work adds up to a lot of math

It may not seem like math plays a critical role in dentistry, but as with most everything, math is incredibly important to both the health of patients in the practice & ensuring dentists have the best tools to use.

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Medieval Barbers Were Dentists, Too

As medical professions progressed through history, the care of teeth fell on another profession during the middle ages: the barber.

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Baby, That Enamel Is Never Growing Back

Your teeth’s enamel is formed when you are still a baby — even younger, actually — and that’s what your teeth use for the rest of your life.

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Don’t Let Your Tooth Care Fall Through the Cracks

Getting a chipped or cracked tooth fixed quickly is important. Whether in the front or back of the mouth, chipped teeth can be repaired quickly & will help you avoid more problems down the line. With current practices, it’s possible to have a chipped tooth fixed & bonded with material that…

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What Is 3-D Dental Imaging?

3-D dental imaging takes traditional dental imaging to the next level—or more accurately, the next dimension! With 3-D x-rays, dentists can view the structures of your mouth, face & head from nearly infinite perspectives & in amazingly fine detail. Whether you’re just starting treatment or…

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What’s a Frenectomy & Why Get One

A frenectomy is a medical procedure that removes connective tissue in your mouth. This can happen in one of two areas, at the skin connecting your lips to your gums, or under your tongue. You may have noticed the folds of skin in your mouth. This is called a frenum or frenulum. You may wonder why…

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Contributing Factors to Bruxism

While the full root cause of bruxism, or habitual teeth grinding, isn’t fully understood, there are several factors that can contribute to this behavior. Below is a list of some of the most common causes & some ideas to try to remove these potential causes.

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Caring for Your Teeth in Your Golden Years

As we get older, we all start to notice that our bodies become more prone to certain maladies. Our dental health is no exception. That’s why it’s important to take proper care of your teeth & gums both daily & with regular visits to the dentist.

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Getting Started with Your Full-Mouth Restoration

Sometimes getting the smile you’ve always wanted takes a little work. In cases where multiple serious issues need to be resolved, a full-mouth restoration is the best course. Thinking about getting multiple procedures can be intimidating, so here’s a quick breakdown of what to expect. Dental…

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How to Care for a New Crown

If you’ve recently had a root canal treatment or a bad tooth replaced, you might think that you don’t need to care for your crown like you would care for a real tooth. In reality, nothing could be further from the truth.

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