How To Combat Incessant Teeth-Grinding

Close-up Of A Woman's Hand Putting Transparent Aligner In TeethTaking care of your smile is an ongoing process, and one that is easy to get behind on. After all, we are only human and a hectic day-to-day schedule can make it difficult to find time to attend our routine visits. Indeed, threats such as dental decay and infection can set in at a much faster rate than you might expect, and before you know it, you are seeking treatment to preserve a natural tooth. What’s more? Putting off your appointments can even increase your chances of losing a natural tooth. But what about nontraditional threats? In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist takes a look at the effects of chronic teeth-grinding, and how it can lead to serious jaw dysfunction when left unchecked.

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Functional Benefits of Lifelike Crowns

Dental crownIt goes without saying that a well-rounded preventive dental routine can pave the way to a lifelong smile. In fact, prioritizing your grin’s health in a number of ways leads to a strong smile that can fend off the threats of common concerns such as decay and infection. Still, however, you may be doing everything correctly to protect your smile, but rapid bacterial development could have other plans in mind. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist takes a look at the way that restorative dentistry provides a safety net of protection to ensure your health, and how a dental crown can be used in a variety of ways to reinforce your teeth.

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Why You Shouldn’t Miss Your Checkup

Young african-american man visiting dentist's office for prevention and treatment of the oral cavity. Man and woman doctor while checkup teeth. Healthy lifestyle, healthcare and medicine concept.Nothing is worse than taking seemingly great care of your oral health and then enduring some form of infection such as decay or gingivitis. After all, you have done your part to brush, right? The problem arises, however, when a preventive dental routine is not as well-rounded as one might hope. In fact, sub-par care can cause complications to arise, in addition to missing your routine six-month checkup. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist discusses the importance of attending these routine appointments and how failing to do so can lead to a variety of major concerns down the line.

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What Gingivitis Means For Your Health

Caucasian man brushing teeth and seeing blood on toothbrush, dental care, acheIt goes without saying that there are countless threats to your oral health out there, meaning it is imperative you do everything in your power to keep your smile happy and healthy. In many cases, this is a lot easier said than done, however, and infection can progress much more rapidly than you might have previously anticipated. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist will take a look at the common concern of gum disease, and how proper treatment can mitigate the negative impact on your health before it is too late.

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Tackling Multiple Blemishes With Veneers

Cropped close-up profile side view portrait of her she nice attractive, lovely cheerful cheey wavy-haired girl teeth treatment isolated over bright vivid shine vibrant yellow color backgroundOral function and overall health are the most important things to consider when it comes to your smile. After all, a compromised or infected tooth will impact your strength and appearance as well. Indeed, preventive dentistry is necessary for maintaining your smile for life, and only when you have a grasp on your routine can you enjoy the benefits of a healthy grin. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist will take a look at circumstances that may not harm your health but can result in noticeable blemishes that impact your self-confidence, and how porcelain veneers may be the solution.

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Why You Must Fill Those Cavities

Human teeth anatomy. Cross section of  human tooth. 3d illustrationNothing is more discouraging than doing everything right to protect your smile and still facing concerns such as minor stains, chips, or cracks. Indeed, accidents and mishaps can occur at any given time, and while our teeth are strong, they are not indestructible. In fact, factors such as dental decay and infection aim to significantly weaken your tooth’s natural strength and, inevitably, will lead to the loss of one or more structures without sufficient treatment. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist discusses the dangers and pitfalls that lead to tooth loss and how decay can be circumvented early with the help of dental fillings.

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Lifelike Results With Bonding

Glamour feminine person eat food concept. Half faced photo portrait of sexual naughty charming stunning beautiful pretty lips with matt lipstick ideal contour shape isolated on vivid backgroundIt goes without saying that our grins endure a significant number of oral threats on the daily. Indeed, from dangerous decay to chronic teeth-grinding and everything in-between, maintaining a healthy smile for life can sometimes seem like a daunting process. In some situations, however, protection from oral bacteria may not necessarily be the biggest issue, and instead a noticeable chip or crack may make you feel insecure about your smile. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist takes a look at the negative impact noticeable cracks or chips have on one’s self-confidence, and how cosmetic bonding and contouring can help.

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Removing Internal Decay

Root canal treatment process. 3D illustrationLoving the smile you are in is a major goal that many individuals aim to achieve. Your dentist also encourages cosmetic smile upkeep, but also emphasizes the importance of oral health as a priority. In fact, your oral health is affected by such a wide variety of concerns that ensuring its proper care is a lifelong, never-ending process. Still, threats such as decay and infection can significantly break down all of the effort you have put into your health, and it is imperative to seek assistance as soon as possible. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist takes a look at the manner in which decay progresses and infects the inside of a tooth, as well as how a root canal treatment may be able to help.

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Three Ways Cosmetic Dentistry Enhances Your Smile

Picture of adult woman having a visit at the dentist'sIn light of oral cancer awareness month, last week’s blog took a look at the manner in which oral cancer develops and affects a variety of individuals of all ages. Indeed, your oral health is influenced by a myriad of threats, concerns, and more, and it is up to you to ensure its proper care. In some situations, however, function, health, and structure may be in tip-top condition, leaving your biggest threat as those to your smile’s appearance. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist will explain the benefits behind cosmetic dentistry and how there are a few different treatment options to handle a variety of blemishes.

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It’s Time To Check For Oral Cancer

Red and white ribbon awareness in doctor’s hand for Aplastic Anemia,Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT),Head & Neck Cancer,Oral Cancer,Squamous Cell Carcinoma.It is no surprise at this point that preventive dentistry is the name of the game when it comes to ensuring the health of your smile for life. Indeed, taking care of your grin is a lifelong practice that is heavily involved, and falling short on any step can become potentially detrimental for its health and strength. In some cases, however, threats may not be avoidable in their entirety, but there are steps you can take to reduce risk. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist discusses the importance of checking for oral cancer when you come in for your visit, as well as what steps you can take to reduce your risks.

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