At Coast Dental, we know that candy is hard to resist this time of year. Here are 5 mouthwatering recipe ideas for some ghoulishly good Halloween treats that won’t rot your teeth. Source: cocinandoconcatman.com No eye of newt or toe of frog needed here. These wickedly easy broomsticks can be conjured up before you […]
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Does your mouth look like this? If you have an old amalgam filling, you may notice that it’s corroding around the edges. Typically, a silver metal filling will last for 12 years, but some need to be replaced in as little as five years. Teeth grinding, heavy biting and other conditions can weaken the filling,
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Does your mouth look like this? Teeth grinding and other factors can cause severe erosion, as in the case of this patient. She originally came in because of a toothache. She needed a root canal and periodontal disease treatment, and as she was talking about the condition of her mouth, she asked if there was
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Whether you’re caring for an elderly parent, a loved one who is injured, or a family member who is ill or has special needs, there are steps you can take to help them smile. The mouth is the gateway to the body. Good oral hygiene helps prevents tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. Clinical studies
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A patient came in with severe gum recession where the root was exposed in front of one tooth. It didn’t hurt; it just looked strange and she wanted to know if it was a problem. Normally, the teeth have adequate gum tissue to cover the roots, which should be embedded in bone. There is a
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There are several reasons for pulling teeth. Your dentist may recommend a tooth extraction because of: severe decay or trauma to alleviate crowding to remove a baby tooth so the permanent tooth can emerge to remove problematic wisdom teeth periodontal (gum) disease to facilitate dentures The most common reason for a tooth extraction is severe
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Cookies and candy canes, hot cocoa and pie, tins filled with fudge and brightly-wrapped sweets. We love the holidays, even if our waistlines do not. Unfortunately, the season of snacking can also affect our teeth. Here are five easy ways you can make sure you’re still smiling when January rolls around. Brush after eating berry
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