It’s no secret that many dread going to the dentist. Whether they associate dental visits with shame, pain, or financial drain, they avoid it at all costs. At Allen Park Dental Care, we encourage all our patients to see their dentist regularly. This way, you can prevent more uncomfortable dental procedures, like fillings and root […]
Dental Health
Want to Fill Those Gaps in Your Smile?
Do you have gaps in your smile? You’re not alone! Missing or failing teeth are among the most common problems we treat at Allen Park Dental Care. Missing teeth not only detract from an attractive smile; they also do a number on your self-confidence. Do you find yourself covering your mouth when you laugh, or […]
Don’t Let Poor Oral Health Take You Out Of The Game
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
This article from Allen Park Dental Care is about the growing body of evidence that emphasizes the importance of good dental health. A recent study cited in the British Journal of Sports Medicine explored how poor dental health affects athletic performance at the elite level. “More than 40% of athletes were bothered by their oral […]
Dental Implants Are Truly Life-Changing
Patients who are thinking about a dental implant from Allen Park Dental Care often ask how long they last. An implant is a significant investment, after all. Do they really last a lifetime, like people say? The answer is yes, but an explanation is in order. A dental implant is not a replacement tooth, but […]
Suspect A Bite Problem?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
At Allen Park Dental Care, we know that a common dental problem tends to go undiagnosed for years. This is because people chalk it up to genetics and don’t even realize it’s a problem. The problem we’re talking about is, of course, malocclusion. Literally meaning “bad bite,” it is a term coined by Edward Angle, […]
The Dangers Of Oral Infections
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
It happens to most people at least once in their life. Your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks. A tooth develops a dull ache. A sore on the gums doesn’t heal up. An injured tooth darkens. A pain develops in your lower sinus area. These are all symptoms we see and treat often at Allen […]
Why Improve Your Smile?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Would you like to improve the appearance of your smile? With cosmetic dentistry from Allen Park Dental Care, transforming your smile has never been easier. Cosmetic dentistry is a term that refers to dental techniques that enhance the appearance of your smile. We can make teeth brighter, in better alignment with each other, or without […]
Replace Old Silver Fillings
Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues subside. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Allen Park Dental Care always emphasizes […]
Are There Drawbacks to Dental Implants?
Dental implants have been called one of the most important steps forward in the history of modern dentistry, and we are proud to make them available to our patients at Allen Park Dental Care. Dental implants as we know them today have been around for decades, but they’re one of those things that most people […]
5 Simple Ways To Avoid A Cracked Tooth
Categories: Dental Health, Restorative Dentistry
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. In this post from Allen Park Dental Care, we offer tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Don’t chew on hard things. Steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, and even popcorn – the kernels can do damage. Also be wary of pitted […]
