Dental Care: Finding a New Dentist

When my dentist decided to retire, I got busy finding someone new to take care of my teeth. Fortunately, there were plenty of choices, even in my small town. Within a couple of weeks, I found a dental professional who has provided me with great care for the last six years. There's an art to choosing a new general dentist. I focused on local professionals who had established practices and solid reputations. The problem ended up not being finding a dentist, but choosing one of several excellent candidates. If you need to find a dentist, let me tell you more of how I went about the process. In no time at all, you'll have someone who can take care of you and your teeth for many years to come.

2020

Do You Need A Deep Teeth Cleaning? Questions You May Have

7 December 2020

When you go in for a dental care visit, your dentist may want you to have a deep teeth cleaning. This is different that a routine cleaning that you have normally at your regular checkups. Here is what you need to know about deep teeth cleaning: What Is Deep Teeth Cleaning? A deep teeth cleaning is also known as gum therapy. This treatment cleans the roots between the teeth and gums.
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How Does Special Needs Dentistry Differ From General Dentistry?

29 October 2020

Dentists do their best to meet the needs of their patients, offering caring, comprehensive dental care to keep patients' teeth healthy. However, some people have different needs than others. People affected by dementia, autism, Downs syndrome, and other conditions have special needs that can be met by a special needs dentist. Here are three ways that special needs dentistry differs from general dentistry. 1. Physical limitations are taken into consideration.
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Reasons You May Need More Frequent Dental Cleanings

3 January 2020

While seeing your dentist a couple of times a year for examinations and dental cleanings may be sufficient for most people, other people may need to make more frequent appointments. To find out how often you should visit your dentist, talk to both your physician and your dental professional. Here are some conditions that may warrant more frequent visits to your family dentist. Diabetes If you are a diabetic, you may be at a heightened risk for developing gum disease and cavities.
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