Most of us know the importance of maintaining our teeth and so we visit the dentist office regularly. But there are a lot of people out there who absolutely hate going for dental checkups and get an anxiety attack when they sit in the lobby of the office. If you are one of those people, there is a way to reduce the anxiety that you feel. All you have to do is pick a dentist whose office you feel comfortable in.
Read MoreTop 6 Tips to Choose the Right Dentist Office for You and Your Family
Posted by Dr. Mark Mann
May 4, 2015 6:55:00 PM
Everybody’s first question about dental implants is how much do dental implants cost. And, when they find out, they often wonder whether the cost is really worth it. With the amazing rate at which technology is advancing today, modern dental implements like these are no longer accessible to just a few privileged people. Even laypeople can avail of this modern miracle. Some dental insurance policies even cover this technique.
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A chipped tooth can be one of the worst dental problems to deal with! Not only will the tooth hurt, but it can be really embarrassing if you have to attend an event with one of your front teeth chipped. Many people who have chipped teeth stop grinning in public because they feel awkward about letting other people see the embarrassing condition that their teeth are in.
Read MoreDentists and Oral Surgeons: Understanding the Difference
Posted by Dr. Mark Mann
Mar 25, 2015 2:30:00 PM
Maxillofacial surgeons, commonly known as oral surgeons, perform surgeries on the jaws and mouth with the aim of repairing birth defects, including facial reconstructions, cleft lip and palette and tooth removal. In other words, an oral surgeon is a trained dentist, who has the skill and knowledge to handle serious dental problems like TMJ disorders, dental implants, facial pain and recuperative surgical procedures.
Read MoreConscious Sedation: A Way to Deal with Anxiety at the Dentist's Office
Posted by Dr. Mark Mann
Jan 19, 2015 2:00:00 PM
While most of us manage to deal with dental procedures with the support of local analgesia and lots of kind and sympathetic words from our dentists, a lot of people require conscious sedation, also known as moderate sedation, to deal with the pain. This type of sedation helps reduce the anxiety and pain that you feel during a complex dental treatment to a great extent. This newly introduced sedation dentistry technique is proving that the need for general anesthesia is rapidly reducing, at least in dentistry.
Read MorePediatric Dentists and Their Importance in Today's World
Posted by Dr. Mark Mann
Jan 16, 2015 2:30:00 PM
A kids dentist, or a pediatric dentist, can be thought of as the caretaker of your child’s pearly whites. These dentists are specially trained not only in the intricacies of dentistry, but also on how to deal with children while they are examining their teeth. Unlike adults, children do not often sit patiently and quietly through a dental examination. Some children throw tantrums, and this is often too much for the parent to handle. Here is where, a well trained, experienced and sympathetic pediatric dentist comes in handy!
Read MoreTooth Implant Facts You Did Not Know
The Tooth Implant Story
It was as early as 1951 when a small group of dentists who were doing a good job of placing dental implants joined hands to form the AAID (American Academy of Implant Dentistry) to continuously share their knowledge on the practice of implantology. The AAID now happens to be the first professional organization in the world committed to the progress of tooth implant dentistry and have made effective strides towards education, research and excellence in implant dentistry. The members of AAID have grown to more than 4000 with many dental specialists in the team.
Read MoreIs the Cost of Sedation Dentistry Affordable?
Sedation dentistry cost is a major concern with dental patients who want to go ahead with the process, especially because in most of the cases, it is not covered under dental insurance. This form of dentistry is the perfect solution for those who have dental phobia or cannot relax on dentist’s chair. With sedation, dental treatment becomes comfortable as well as painless.
Read MoreOral Surgery Preparation
Preparing for oral surgery can be a daunting task, but if you have an organized list of things to do, you can’t go too far wrong! A speedy recovery is possible if you know what to expect and if you plan things accordingly. Once your surgery is complete, you’ll most likely go home and it is imperative to get a detailed list from your doctor stating exactly what you need to do before and after the surgery.
Here are some things you should definitely keep in mind before opting for mouth surgery.
Read MoreHow much are dental implants today?
This is one question that automatically surfaces our minds the moment we realize that we need a dental implant. Dental implants are a method by which your lost tooth is replaced by an artificial one.
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