Accidents can happen unexpectedly, and one area of the body that is particularly vulnerable to injury is the mouth, including the teeth. Tooth injuries can range from minor chips and cracks to more severe cases such as fractures or avulsions (complete tooth displacement). Understanding the causes, types, and immediate actions for tooth injuries is crucial…
Restorative Dentistry
Super Smiles Have Strong Enamel
Did you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! This substance, found on the outer surface of your teeth, truly should last a lifetime. But just because it’s super heavy-duty doesn’t mean you don’t have to work to take care of it. Here are some helpful tips for keeping enamel…
You Can’t Afford Cheap Dental Work
Have you ever gotten a killer deal on a used car that turned out to be a lemon? After a couple of years of continual repairs, you realized that it ended up costing as much as a new car would have. And after spending all that money, you still have a lemon. The same is…
A Toothache The Size Of Jefferson City
Throbbing toothache pain for anyone can be unbearable. At the very least, milder toothache pain can cause you to forego certain foods. Severe toothache pain can be completely debilitating, forcing men and women to go to extreme measures to ease the pain. The most prevalent causes of toothache include infection, decay, injury, or loss of…
What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are permanent dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Dental implants can be used in many different ways. In this message, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy base…
How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile
Categories: General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
What is Tooth Grinding? Tooth grinding (or bruxism in doctor-speak) is a common behavior among people of all ages. It is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. Tooth grinding can occur during the day or night and can affect kids and adults. Some men and women grind their teeth…
Are Dentures the Only Answer for Extensive Tooth Loss?
Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime, and with proper home care and regular checkups at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, they can. But sometimes things go wrong, in spite of everyone’s best efforts. Dental implants are an ideal solution for anyone who loses one or more of their natural teeth. Dental…
Quality Dental Care: A Responsible Investment
Restorative and cosmetic dentistry options at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City might seem like a frivolous and ultimately unnecessary expense. After all, aren’t routine dental checks and the occasional drill-and-fill enough to maintain a smile? In the best of cases, this can be true. However, for a large number of patients, cosmetic and…
Are Dental Implants Experimental?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Dental implants are tooth replacement marvels that have been placed in millions of people. They look and function just like the real thing, and are available at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City. Technically, dental implants are not replacement teeth. The actual implant is a titanium post that is inserted into your jaw. In…
What Are Possible Dental Implant Complications?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Dental implants from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City are state-of-the-art, with a success rate in the area of ninety-eight percent. That number is a testament to implant technology. But like any medical or dental procedure, there are certain risks involved. In this post, we will consider possible complications of a dental implant. Infection:…
