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Alternatives to Mercury Fillings

Have you been told that you need a filling? Do you fear having noticeable dental work? While amalgam fillings were the most common type of restoration in the past, there are alternatives to metal dental work that look incredibly natural.

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How durable are porcelain veneers?

It’s understandable that people would think that porcelain veneers are very fragile because porcelain is often a delicate material. However, porcelain veneers are quite durable once they are bonded to the teeth, and the devices can last for decades when

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Brushing Up On Dental Hygiene Basics

You may have been brushing and flossing for as long as you can remember, but it never hurts to revisit the basics of these important tasks. If you’re not using proper technique, your oral hygiene routine is not doing the

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Tooth Restorations: How Dental Crowns Can Help

Dental crowns have been used in multiple applications for decades. Materials have changed and the appearance of those restorations has improved. Millions of teeth have been saved employing dental crowns, but they are used for more than just covering a

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Myths About Root Canals

When patients learn that root canal treatment is recommended in their case, they often respond with dread. Unfortunately, they may believe misperceptions about this intervention. Before you start getting anxious about this treatment, educate yourself about the reality of a

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Purpose of a Dental Sealant

Dental sealants are thin, plastic coatings that can help to protect the surfaces of teeth that are particularly susceptible to cavities, especially the large chewing surfaces of the molars. Those teeth have a number of deep grooves that can trap

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Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay

Tooth decay is a serious oral health issue that can result in the need for composite fillings or even more advanced and invasive interventions. In order to avoid the need for such treatments, we try to educate our patients on

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