One of every ten American adults is likely to get some form of gum disease by the time they’re sixty-four years old. It’s a serious condition, and at Allen Park Dental Care, we provide treatment for gum disease. First things first. Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss, and is associated with health […]
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Sparkling Smiles With Safe Bleaching
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
One of the easiest ways to brighten your smile cosmetically is by teeth whitening. Whitening teeth at Allen Park Dental Care is an easy, non-invasive way to improve your overall appearance and bring confidence to your daily interactions with other people. Before beginning the procedure of teeth whitening, we recommend each patient meet with us […]
Sleep Apnea Is A Serious Health Threat
Categories: Sleep Apnea
At Allen Park Dental Care we often see patients who have been struggling with deficient sleep for months or even years. Some of them end up diagnosed with sleep apnea or related conditions. You Can’t Just “Tough It Out” The reluctance to request treatment is sad, because sleep deprivation takes a toll on their health […]
Developing Good Dental Habits
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Benjamin Franklin once said that it’s easier to prevent a bad habit than to break one. At Allen Park Dental Care we couldn’t agree more, especially when it comes to dental care. For parents, teaching their children good oral hygiene techniques early in life will benefit their smile throughout their life. Conversely, If you wait […]
Common Myths About Cosmetic Dentistry
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
At Allen Park Dental Care, cosmetic dentistry is always in demand. We have learned that many patients have some misconceptions about it, and with that in mind, will use this blog post to debunk some common myths. Myth #1: Cosmetic Dentistry is Never Necessary for a Healthy Smile Many so-called Detroit cosmetic dental procedures are […]
3 Dental Dangers For Toddlers
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Hello new parents! At Allen Park Dental Care, we know that keeping babies and toddlers safe and healthy requires nonstop effort. You snap them tightly in their car seats, lock your medicine cabinet, and guard the stairway with a gate. You take them to your pediatrician for immunizations, check-ups, and an occasional prescription for an […]
The Tea And Teeth Question
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
A pop quiz from the team at Allen Park Dental Care: what do you call a dentist who doesn’t like tea? Why, Denis, of course. Lame jokes aside, a common concern for patients is stained teeth. Over time, tea can stain the plaque that may eventually turn into tartar. Plaque can be brushed and flossed […]
Find A Few Minutes To Floss
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
An reason often given by people who don’t floss is that the practice is difficult to fit into their daily schedule. If you’ve found this to be true, and feel like you are too busy to floss, Allen Park Dental Care has some suggestions for how you can fit flossing into your day. The most […]
Are Dental Implants Worth It?
A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that looks, feels and functions like a natural tooth, and they’re available at Allen Park Dental Care. Are they worth the investment? Absolutely! The actual dental implant material is usually titanium. A post is surgically placed into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The […]
Beautifying With Bonding
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry
At Allen Park Dental Care, our cosmetic dentistry toolkit is filled with useful tools for fixing most types of cosmetic tooth issues. In the past few years, porcelain veneers, dental implants, and same-day teeth whitening have attracted a lot of attention. In today’s post, we are going to talk about an effective, yet relatively uncelebrated […]
