Your dental needs seem extensive to you. To get the perfect smile and boost your self-confidence, you’re pretty sure you’ll need some teeth pulled and others are in clear need of fillings and maybe even a crown. After all of that is completed, you need braces. All of this is difficult as past experiences have… Continue reading Do All Nashville Dentists Offer the Same Services?
Dental anxiety is far more common than you might realize. Around four out of ten people experience fear when it comes to dentists, and 12% of them have extreme anxiety. Dental fear keeps people from going to a dentist. You can’t let dental anxiety keep you from routine dental care. Here are ten reasons why… Continue reading Ten Reasons to See a Nashville Dentist, Even If It Makes You Nervous
You’ve been considering veneers, but you’re not sure they’re the right choice. You’re not alone. More than 30% of Americans do not like how their teeth look. When whitening isn’t enough, there are gaps, chips or cracks are unattractive, or the alignment isn’t perfect after braces, veneers are a popular solution. But veneers are an… Continue reading How Long Do Veneers Last?
When you’re missing some or all of your teeth, dentures are a replacement that you can take out to clean or when you’re asleep. Dentures are not inexpensive dental appliances. The cost varies depending on your region, type of denture, insurance coverage, and amount of teeth in that denture. Per Fixodent, average prices can start… Continue reading How Long Do Dentures Last?
One out of four people don’t like their teeth and don’t like to smile because of it. One out of three people is embarrassed by their smile. Eight out of ten people feel their teeth look ugly in photographs. If you’re finding yourself avoiding the camera because you hate your smile, you’re in good company.… Continue reading How to Find the Top Nashville Dentist for New Veneers
Across the U.S., there are dozens of dental insurance companies. Most dental insurance plans cover two cleanings and exams each year. If you have dental insurance, you’re going to follow what your policy covers. If you don’t have dental insurance, you will likely decide how many cleanings you can afford each month. How many cleanings… Continue reading Can I Get My Teeth Cleaned More Often Than Every Six Months?
During a routine dental exam, the health of your gums and teeth is checked. Calculus (dental tartar that is simply hardened plaque) is professionally removed from your teeth, especially near the gum line, to lower the risk of gum disease and tooth decay. X-rays can also spot fractures in the tooth and signs of decay… Continue reading Health Matters: Several Chronic Health Conditions Have Ties to Poor Oral Care
When was the last time you saw your dentist? Studies find that around two out of ten people don’t go to the dentist at all. Dental anxiety keeps over 20% of the population from going to the dentist. Upwards of 80% of American adults report experiencing some level of dental anxiety, and 12% experience extreme… Continue reading Don’t Let Dental Anxiety Keep You From Seeing a Dentist
What do you know about dental sealants and dental veneers? They both cover the teeth. That is the one similarity they share. Beyond that, they’re very different. Here’s everything you need to know about dental sealants and dental veneers. What Dental Sealants and Dental Veneers Do Sealants and veneers are treatments involving your teeth, but… Continue reading Dental Sealants and Dental Veneers Explained
More than a quarter of U.S. adults have untreated tooth decay. Almost half of U.S. adults over the age of 29 have some level of gum disease, with about one in ten suffering from severe gum disease. Gum disease impacts your health and greatly increases the risk of tooth loss. You only have one set… Continue reading Innovative Dental Products That Can Improve Oral Care
