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Knowledge is Power! How to Have a No-Fear Dental Appointment

2017-09-08T13:52:43-06:00

It's safe to say that very few people look forward to their dental appointments. Something about baring your open mouth for others to poke around with pointed metal objects is just counter-intuitive. You can't see what's happening in there; you have no idea what the dentist is going to find; and you probably have the expectation that something painful could happen! There is something very universal about aversion to dental appointments. We get it. But we also know, and you also know, that they are a necessary part of keeping your teeth healthy and free from decay. So how can you combat this instinctive response that's [...]

Knowledge is Power! How to Have a No-Fear Dental Appointment2017-09-08T13:52:43-06:00

Is Tooth Shame Holding You Back?

2017-09-06T16:27:31-06:00

Our Rx: Smile Makeover Do your selfies always feature a closed-mouth smile? Do you instinctively cover your mouth whenever you laugh? If you aren’t 100 percent happy with your smile, your confidence and happiness may be suffering as a result. For a lot of patients, excellent oral health doesn’t always mean a flawless smile. There are several things that might make you feel embarrassed by your teeth: Dark stains Yellowed teeth Irregular tooth size or shape Crowded looking teeth Gaps A gummy-looking smile If you find yourself hesitating to smile freely among friends and strangers, alike, you probably would love the opportunity to [...]

Is Tooth Shame Holding You Back?2017-09-06T16:27:31-06:00

Is Dentist Whitening Different from Store-Bought Products?

2017-08-31T08:04:08-06:00

This is an excellent question! If you've done any research into tooth whitening products, you probably know that all of them include the same active ingredient: hydrogen peroxide. All teeth whitening products are similar in that they use the same ingredient to break up pigment stains in tooth enamel. But they can be extremely different in their delivery method, strength, and how well they maintain the chemical integrity of the active ingredients. All tooth whitening products may use hydrogen peroxide, but that does not mean all whitening products are the same. Delivery Methods for Whitening Products All products use the power of hydrogen peroxide to bring [...]

Is Dentist Whitening Different from Store-Bought Products?2017-08-31T08:04:08-06:00

Oral Surgery: Extractions, Implants, and More

2017-08-29T08:34:09-06:00

Oral surgery is a branch of dentistry that deals with a wide variety of conditions and treatments. Extractions, wisdom teeth removal, dental implant placement, removing oral growths--these are all considered oral surgery because they require specialized training and involve cutting into soft tissues in one way or another. At Metropolitan Dental Care, we offer oral surgery services, so you won't need a separate care provider when you need these types of procedures. Whether your child's wisdom teeth are ready to come out or you need a tooth extracted and replaced, we are here for you! Tooth Extractions There are several reasons why teeth [...]

Oral Surgery: Extractions, Implants, and More2017-08-29T08:34:09-06:00

How Periodontal Treatments Save Teeth

2017-08-24T09:09:11-06:00

If you or a family member has been diagnosed with gum disease, periodontal treatments should be a part of your life. Gum disease is not curable and is the number one cause of tooth loss. Any time you see an older person struggling with dentures, the odds are good that he or she lost those teeth to gum disease. Does a gum disease diagnosis mean you are destined to lose your teeth eventually? Not necessarily, but only if you get your symptoms under control. Simply put, perio treatments save your teeth. What Gum Disease Does to Your Mouth Gum disease is the condition [...]

How Periodontal Treatments Save Teeth2017-08-24T09:09:11-06:00
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