Posted in Dental Bridge Work, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Root Canal on Jan 16th, 2012
The very idea of a root canal can make your anxiety skyrocket and make you wonder what you have in store for your future if you’re a candidate for the procedure. On average, 17 million teeth in a single year are restored and saved using the procedure. A root canal removes any diseased pulp on [...]
Posted in Dental Cleanings, Gingivitis, Manus Dental, Oral Hygeine, Periodontal Disease on Jan 11th, 2012
Periodontal disease is an infection to the gums which can destroy the bone and soft tissue that surrounds teeth. Most people who are diagnosed with this disease do not practice good oral hygiene. Signs and Symptoms The following signs and symptoms are commonly associated with periodontal disease: • Gums that are tender, swollen, red and [...]
Posted in Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Regular Cleanings on Dec 31st, 2011
Good family dentistry practices do more than just take care of their patient’s teeth when care is needed. A good doctor will give the people who come to see him information on how they can need his services less often. Everyone knows that brushing and flossing can prevent tooth decay. To this end, most dentists [...]
Posted in Dental Cleanings, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Regular Cleanings on Dec 26th, 2011
Dental cleanings should be scheduled regularly – twice a year, at least, though some patients may require additional visits between every two to six months, depending on their dental health – to avoid the build-up of plaque and various other potential problems, including periodontal inflammation or the development of tooth decay. While many consider them [...]
Posted in Gingivitis, Manus Dental, Periodontal Disease, Periodontal Gum Care, Regular Cleanings on Dec 9th, 2011
Sore gums and bleeding gums are often a sign of gum disease. Other signs of gum disease include persistent bad breath, loose teeth, painful chewing, receding gums and sensitive teeth. Mild gum disease is called gingivitis, and if this condition is not treated it can turn into the more serious version of gum disease, called [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Implant Dentistry, Manus Dental, Missing Teeth on Dec 2nd, 2011
Before the invention of dental implants, dentists would use dentures or bridges to replace a lost tooth. Dentures cause irreversible bone loss in the jaw. They can also change a person’s natural bite. Bridges require that healthy teeth are filed down and crowned to support the device. Dental implants, on the other hand, not only [...]
Posted in Dental Cleanings, Manus Dental, Periodontal Disease, Periodontal Gum Care, Regular Cleanings on Nov 26th, 2011
Dental cleaning appointment are necessary for both the prevention of diseases as well as the education of the patients. The typical dental cleaning appointment includes instructions on how to properly floss and brush, teeth polishing,supra gingival scaling in order to remove the tartar and plaque that is present on all of the visible areas of [...]
Posted in discolored teeth, Teeth Whitenting on Nov 8th, 2011
Do you feel embarrassed to smile in front of others? If dark, stained or discolored teeth are getting you down, teeth whitening may be just what you need to feel good about yourself again. A beautiful smile contributes to good self esteem and can help you make a good impression on others. Whether your teeth [...]
Posted in Manus Dental, Periodontal Disease, Periodontal Gum Care, Periodontitis on Oct 26th, 2011
Individuals with gum disease should see a periodontist. Periodontists work on infected or diseased gums and perform dental implants. Periodontal care is necessary for a vast majority of Americans. Statistics show that roughly three out of four people suffer from some type of gum disease. Periodontal gum care treats gums and the bones that support [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentures, Manus Dental, Partials and Dentures on Oct 20th, 2011
The average person probably expects that their teeth should last a lifetime. Of course, this is far from the truth. Most people are faced with the dreaded possibility that they might have to be fitted with partials or dentures once they reach middle age. Actually, there is no reason to dread wearing partials and dentures. [...]