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Conquering Your Fear of the Dentist

Are you afraid to go to the dentist? If so, you aren't alone. I was one of those who were right there with you. In fact, I didn't go to the dentist for over nine years. Not until one of my teeth broke, and I was in so much pain that I was forced to make an appointment. My name is Jane Greenfield. I’m 49 years old, and my memories of the dentist were those of horrible noises and pain. I have had a few dental appointments since that broken tooth. I want to share my experiences with you, because things have changed and honestly, there is no reason to fear the dentist! Things such as sedation dentistry, updated technology, and new techniques have changed the way things are done. If I can go to the dentist without having a panic attack, you can too.

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Ways To Make Flossing More Fun For Your Children

Posted on 27 July 2016

Parenthood has many joys, so why not make flossing more fun for the children? What better way to show your child you care than to ensure they have a beautiful smile that will last a lifetime? By forming a good habit at a young age, it will become part of their routine for excellent oral hygiene. Use a Chart: Be crafty and make a chart for each day of the month and provide some stickers for each day your child flosses. [Read More]

Why Is Laughing Gas Such A Great Dental Sedative?

Posted on 11 July 2016

For many years, dentists have use laughing gas, or nitrous oxide, to keep patients calm and comfortable during procedures. But what is it about this sedative that makes it so perfect for use in dentistry? Why, when given the option, should you strongly consider using laughing gas rather than an IV sedative or oral sedative? Here's why: Laughing gas kicks in quickly and wears off quickly. Most patients try to fit dental appointments into their busy days. [Read More]

New Tools For Faster And More Efficient Problem-Detection At The Dentist's Office

Posted on 5 July 2016

There are a number of new technologies available these days that can help you if you dislike the diagnostic part of dentistry. Instead of the traditional X-ray machine, there are some other types of diagnostic tools that dentists can use in order to determine what's going on in your mouth. LED Detection New technology makes it possible for dentist's to shine a light in your mouth in order to immediately detect the presence of certain anomalies. [Read More]

2 Tips to Prevent Your Nance Appliance from Loosening

Posted on 23 June 2016

Like braces, a nance appliance is installed as tightly as possible. This is done to ensure that your teeth move into the correct position within a reasonable amount of time. While this device is originally installed to be fairly tight, it can also loosen over time. If your nance appliance loosens while you wear it, then this will stop it from working properly. You may notice that the position of your teeth may have remained stagnant or they may have even moved back into their original position. [Read More]