Having straight teeth prevents food and debris from collecting in the spaces between the teeth and makes it easier for you to clean and maintain good oral hygiene. Without this, you are at greater risk of tooth decay. Straighter teeth not only improve the appearance of your smile but also help prevent decay. If you
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What to Ask About IV Sedation Before Your Next Dental Procedure
Is the dread of sitting in your dentist’s chair keeping you from seeking the care you need? IV sedation is an excellent way to quell dental anxiety or phobia. It involves a dentist administering a combination of antianxiety medication and anesthesia intravenously to keep patients comfortable and relaxed throughout their procedures. If you’re contemplating receiving
Read MoreDental Emergency: Should I Go to the Hospital or Dentist?
Dental emergency is a term encompassing a gamut of dental issues that involve blood loss, pain, or injury to the mouth or any of the structures inside it, which all require immediate medical treatment. These include toothache, cuts, lacerations, tooth loss, broken jaws, puncture wounds, and tooth abscess (buildup of pus in the tooth). Like
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