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Many people, adults and children, suffer from chronic jaw pain or facial pain. Some symptoms that are fairly common are pain in or around the ear, tenderness of the jaw,...
Read More »Many people, adults and children, suffer from chronic jaw pain or facial pain. Some symptoms that are fairly common are pain in or around the ear, tenderness of the jaw,...
Read More »If you struggle with confidence because of missing teeth, you wear dentures and they are uncomfortable or maybe you just don’t have good tooth structure to make a bridge...
Read More »When a person is diagnosed with gum disease, they have an infection of the tissues that surrounds and supports the teeth. This is a huge factor in adult tooth loss. Having gum...
Read More »Cleaning between the teeth is important. But you may wonder, when is the best time? Before or after you brush. Here’s the thing, the most important...
Read More »The ADA recommends cleaning between your teeth every day with floss. Cleaning between the teeth can help to prevent cavities and gum disease. When you clean between the teeth, you remove...
Read More »Having an extraction simply means having a tooth removed. This usually happens because of disease, trauma or crowding. If an extraction is needed, your dentist will first numb...
Read More »Endodontics specializes in dental pulp and tissue that surrounds the roots of the tooth. When a person has endodontic treatment, we know it as root canal treatment. The...
Read More »Your body is an amazing complex machine. What you choose to eat and how often you eat it can affect your general health and also the health of your teeth and gums,...
Read More »When you have a cavity filled, you have the right to decide, after speaking with your dentist, what treatment and material you would like used for your dental care. What...
Read More »#smilewithconfidence Accidents are bound to happen. Knowing what to do in a dental emergency can make the difference between saving or losing a tooth. Here are some quick...
Read More »Crowns are used to make the tooth stronger and also to improve the appearance of a tooth. Crowns help to strengthen a tooth that may have a large filling when there isn’t...
Read More »If you love to chew gum, did you know that there is an added benefit to chewing gum for your mouth and teeth? Clinical studies have proven that chewing sugarless gum for at...
Read More »If you are considering dental implants, you have several options. #martindental One of the newer and popular options are All on 4 Dental Implants. What makes them the...
Read More »Cavities, also known in the dental world as tooth decay, is when the enamel of the tooth begins to be compromised. The enamel is the hard, outer layer of the tooth. Tooth decay...
Read More »To be a candidate for same day dental implants, you need to have a sufficient amount of bone tissue to support the implants. #smilewithconfidence Jaw recession is inevitable when...
Read More »If you are looking for a more relaxed and comfortable dental visit, there are medications available to you that can help! Some drugs control pain but there are other drugs that can...
Read More »Does the taste of ice cream or a sip of hot coffee cause pain? Does brushing or flossing make you wince...
Read More »Having new dentures can feel awkward for the first few weeks until you get used to them. They can even feel loose while your muscles in the cheek and tongue learn to keep them in...
Read More »Once the first baby tooth comes in and before the first birthday, a dental visit is in order! This is just a “well-baby checkup” for the teeth. Your dentist will...
Read More »Dentures are removable and are made to replace missing teeth to restore your smile to its former glory. If all your natural teeth are gone (no matter the cause) replacing...
Read More »You may think your sweet baby’s toothless smile it just the cutest, but just wait until their first 2 teeth make an appearance! There is just nothing like a sweet smile with...
Read More »If you want to prevent cavities, the best way is with brushing and flossing. It’s not always easy to get every single nook and cranny in the mouth, especially with the back teeth that...
Read More »Here are some more fun toothbrush facts! Manual/Powered? It doesn’t really matter! Whatever toothbrush you choose to use, just make sure you brush twice...
Read More »A child or adult can benefit from sealants. The earlier you can get them, the better. The first molars usually erupt around age 6, while the second molars will break...
Read More »Toothbrushes should be something you love! It is an awesome tool that will help you kick plaque to the curb. It also keeps cavities away, especially when using fluoride...
Read More »Taking care of your mouth should always be a top priority. Brushing, flossing, using mouthwashes……all of these will help to make your mouth not only feel amazing, but...
Read More »When a person is dealing with stress, we are often just told to “get a grip” or “keep a stiff upper lip”. If you take this literally, you could be...
Read More »A deep cleaning is known as scaling and root planing. It is cleaning below the gumline and is used to treat gum disease. Gum disease is caused...
Read More »The early stage of gum disease is called Gingivitis. Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is when the tissue that surrounds the teeth becomes infected. This happens because of a...
Read More »Here is all the information you need about having a Root Canal! Before treatment: Xrays will be taken to get a clear view of your tooth and the surrounding...
Read More »Feeling nervous about going to the dentist? You are not alone! So many people feel nervous, have anxiety, or are just plain fearful of going to the dentist. The...
Read More »If a tooth is severely damaged, decayed or there is a serious infection, your dentist may want to do a root canal treatment. This treatment is used to repair and save your tooth so...
Read More »Using mouthwash does not replace the need for daily brushing and flossing, but it is a helpful addition to your daily dental hygiene routine. So why use mouthwash? Just like...
Read More »If you have a parent, spouse or a friend who has a harder time maintaining a healthy mouth on their own, you may be wondering how you can help them. There are two...
Read More »If nervousness is something that comes over you when it is time to go to the dentist, you aren’t the only one. You may fear the visit will cause pain or maybe you haven’t...
Read More »When aging happens, it becomes even more important to continue to take care of your teeth and dental health. A huge misconception is that losing your teeth is just a given and there...
Read More »If you want to live a healthy life and have healthy teeth and gums, it’s time to start thinking before you eat and drink. And it’s not just what you eat but also when you...
Read More »When decay is happening, your tooth is literally destructing. The enamel, the hard outer layer of the teeth, is wearing away. It happens in children, teens or adults. ...
Read More »When the time comes to have a cavity filled, it is important for you to remember that you have the right to decide, along with your dentist, what treatment and material is used. Your...
Read More »When you are feeling under the weather, one things that can always make you feel more like yourself is brushing your teeth! Your mouth will feel clean and can make you...
Read More »We’ve been discussing cracked teeth. It can happen to anyone….anytime! Earlier articles have discussed a front tooth crack, but what do you do if you...
Read More »If you are performing a “clear braces near me” search in hopes of finding a way to straighten your teeth, we want you to get the most out of your treatment plan, so straight...
Read More »We’ve discussed several options available to patients who have an accident and crack their front tooth. The first options, in a previous article discussed, were bonding and...
Read More »One of the main causes of tooth erosion is acidic food and drinks that you consume on a daily basis. You may not even know that what you are eating or drinking is causing you harm,...
Read More »Accidents are gonna happen and when they involve your mouth it often can be a cracked tooth in the front. Or maybe you just bit into a frozen food? Someone bumped you with an...
Read More »Who doesn’t love a sugar laced food item? We aren’t the only ones who love it! The bacteria in your mouth does, too! A great way to combat...
Read More »It is very important to take care of your Dentures. Regular brushing is a must, but also a deep cleaning solution is necessary to soak off food deposits from the denture. These...
Read More »A question we get a lot here at #martindental is “Is an Implant right for me?”. And here is our answer! Let us take a history and exam and we can...
Read More »Dentures are made for patients who have lost some or all of their teeth. They help with speech, smiling and eating naturally. All of these things are only possible if the...
Read More »When implants are involved, more than one dental professional may treat you. An oral surgeon, periodontist or a general dentist that has had training with implants. A prosthodontist or...
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