Bone recession is a common after-effect of a tooth extraction, but it can be minimized or even prevented with a dental implant from Allen Park Dental Care. The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. It’s main job is to support the teeth and provide a substantial foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function […]
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Let’s Make A Plan
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
If you’re like most of us, you’d like to have the best smile possible. Have you given much thought to improving yours? At Allen Park Dental Care we have some thoughts on that. Cosmetic dentistry can make a huge difference, but a great smile comes down to making a plan and sticking to it. One […]
How Do Implant Dentures Work?
Categories: Dental Implants
Dental implants are an ideal tooth restoration. They can restore anywhere from one to all missing teeth. Dental implants are available at Allen Park Dental Care. A dental implant is a titanium post that is inserted into the patient’s jaw. What makes implants so unique is that they actually fuse with the bone, to provide […]
Is A Loose Tooth A Dental Emergency?
Categories: Dental Implants, Emergency dentistry
When they are properly cared for, adult teeth can last a lifetime. If you get a loose adult tooth it is a sign that something is going on, and you should call us at Allen Park Dental Care right away. There are a number of reasons why a permanent, adult tooth can become loose, some […]
Getting Ready For A Dental Implant?
In this post from Allen Park Dental Care we focus on the preparation required for a dental implant. A dental implant, if you haven’t heard, is a state-of-the-art tooth replacement, and one of the great advances in the field of dentistry. A dental implant is a titanium post inserted into the jawbone. A single implant […]
Is Grandpa Smiling?
How are Americans doing when it comes to the dental health of those who are sixty-five and over? Well, at Allen Park Dental Care we’ve got some good news and bad news. The Good News: Tooth decay rates in older Americans has decreased in the past thirty years. The Bad News: 25% of people over […]
5 Ways To Restore A Tooth
Categories: Family Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
There is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the lucky owner of perfectly healthy teeth, you may never need any of these procedures. Most of us, though, will need to restore a tooth eventually. At Allen Park Dental Care, we can help. These procedures address many issues: 1. Dental Bonding […]
Keep Teeth Healthy During Pregnancy
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
There’s an old myth that a woman will lose a tooth for every baby she has. It’s total nonsense, of course. But at Allen Park Dental Care we want you to know that pregnancy can lead to certain dental issues, if you don’t take proper precautions. Increased hormones during pregnancy can affect the body’s response […]
Is Tooth Decay Contagious?
Your mouth has a thriving community of bacteria, but relatively few cause tooth decay. Daily brushing and flossing, and regular checkups at Allen Park Dental Care, will keep those that do at bay. Bacteria that cause tooth decay are in the mutans streptococcus family. The bacteria mix with sugar. This mixture creates a powerful acid […]
Patient-Centered Dental Care
At Allen Park Dental Care, we are enthusiastic about providing patient-focused dental care of the highest standard. We are here to help you achieve excellent dental health. You could be our next success story! What is patient-focused care? A check-up with no cavities? A sensational smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding […]
