We all know that a healthy smile requires decay-free teeth and healthy gums, but how often do we appreciate our jaw bone? Our teeth need a strong firm foundation to remain healthy and beautiful. This post from Allen Park Dental Care looks at bone recession. Occasionally, a patient experiences bone recession in their jaw which […]
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Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
In this post from Allen Park Dental Care, we’re going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is a word for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is frequently caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth. Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, […]
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Unfortunately, gingivitis (early gum disease) is very common. But it is treatable at Allen Park Dental, and even preventable. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. 1. Brush for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with fluoridated toothpaste. Be sure to brush along the gumline. Brush away the […]
Re-Contour Your Teeth
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
If your crooked, discolored teeth keep you from smiling and you feel like there is nothing you can do about it, please give us a call at Allen Park Dental Care. With cosmetic dentistry we can create the smile of your dreams. Cosmetic dentistry refers to a range of procedures that improve the appearance of your […]
The Health And Beauty Consequences Of Missing Teeth
This article from Allen Park Dental Care focuses on missing teeth, bone health, and dental implants. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the […]
Go Back In Time
So you’ve lost some teeth and now hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants from Allen Park Dental Care, you can! For most patients, a dental implant is the ideal replacement for a missing […]
Should I Get An Implant Immediately After A Tooth Extraction?
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
Do you have a tooth that is beyond saving? Considering a permanent dental implant from Allen Park Dental Care? There are advantages to combining the extraction and implant placement in one procedure. Let’s talk about the benefits of same-day extraction and tooth implant placement. 1. You preserve healthy bone As soon as a tooth is […]
Dental Implants Change Lives
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
When they are properly cared for, dental implants from Allen Park Dental Care can last for twenty-five years or longer. That’s just one of the ways implants change lives, and why they have become the tooth replacement option of choice. A dental implant, in case you haven’t heard, is a titanium post that is secured […]
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become lax about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In this article from Allen Park Dental Care, our goal is for you to assess where you stand and examine whether you could step it up a notch. Committing to oral health best practices can prevent future problems and […]
Gently Now (Protect Your Gums When You Brush)
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Everyone wants nice, pearly whites so, naturally, we should brush our teeth more often, right? At Allen Park Dental Care, we give that a qualified yes. The only trouble with brushing more often is when it’s done too aggressively, leading to receding gums. You definitely don’t want that. Gum recession is when your gum line […]
