If you’ve ever had your teeth cleaned, you may have come away from the experience feeling like your gums were more sensitive than before. You might think this is a bad thing, but it’s actually a good thing. However, if you don’t like the feeling, there’s something you can do to avoid it in the future, too, and it’ll benefit your oral health. Here’s what you need to know about this temporary sensitivity.…
Read More »If you have suffered a stroke or have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, then you may have certain neurological deficits such as swallowing or chewing problems. While physical and occupational therapy can help restore movement, range-of-motion, and strength, they may be ineffective in treating neurological problems affecting the head and neck. Dental bridge treatment not only enhances your smile, but it may also help improve symptoms caused by a stroke and Parkinson’s.…
Read More »You’ve been dreading that upcoming root canal, oral surgery or other dental procedure when you happen to spot an advertisement promoting sedation dentistry. Could the use of sedation help you get through such procedures more easily and comfortably? Here are four questions you can ask your dentist that will help you make the right decision. 1. Which Patients Benefit the Most from Sedation Dentistry? Sedation dentistry is most commonly administered to patients who get extremely nervous or tense whenever they undergo dental procedures.…
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