Dentistry for Kids

Posted on: 22 September 2015

Adjusting to new dental implants can be pretty challenging, especially if you have full-mouth implants. It can take a little bit of time before you start to feel like the dental implants are truly part of your mouth, and in that interim period you may feel insecure about the possibility of implants shifting. While dental implants done by a skilled dentist should not loosen or shift significantly, you might feel a very small amount of movement as they settle in.
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Posted on: 10 September 2015

As a parent, you most likely know the importance of your child's oral health. From healthy teeth and gums to having an appealing smile and high self-esteem, the benefits of proper brushing and regular cleanings at the dentist are easy to see. Unfortunately, certain medical conditions may create stress during your child's dental exam. If your child is part of the 3.5 million Americans who live with a form of autism, you may have seen your child struggle during routine exams.
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Posted on: 19 August 2015

Lasers are still a new tool in the world of dentistry, and many patients do not know much about laser dentistry. This FAQ is designed to answer questions you may have about laser dentistry.  Q: What is laser dentistry? A: Laser dentistry is a type of dentistry that makes use of a laser as a cutting, curing or vaporizing tool during certain dental procedures. Q: What are some of the procedures that lasers are used to accomplish?
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Posted on: 30 July 2015

Some people are so afraid of germs that they see them everywhere – including the dentist's office. It's true that cross infection (transfer of germs from one person to another directly or indirectly) is possible, but the chances of it happening are slim. In fact, dentists go to great lengths to keep their hands free of germs. This is great because, apart from the dental instruments, the dentist's hands may also touch your body.
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