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 […]
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
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 […]
Crowning Achievements In Dentistry
This message from Allen Park Dental Care looks at one of the miracles of modern dentistry: the dental restoration. Let’s pretend you are a biomedical engineer working in the field of dentistry before the introduction of dental restorations. The men and women of your generation who have missing or damaged teeth want to repair or […]
Suspect A Bite Problem?
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, […]