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After struggling with the negative impact of tooth loss on your confidence, oral health, and overall well-being, dentures may feel like a godsend for your overall quality of life. Naturally, you don’t want to take them out unless you absolutely have to, like when it comes time to clean them. But is sleeping with them in ideal? While it’s not dangerous, there are some advantages to soaking your dentures as you doze. Read on to learn more!

Dentures are a tried-and-true tooth-replacement solution that has helped countless patients enjoy a confident smile and powerful bite once more. To stay in place, the gum-colored base suctions to the roof and floor of your mouth. While effective, some patients find that denture adhesive can safeguard them from unwanted movement and slippage. If you’re interested in doing the same, it’s important to use it correctly. With this in mind, here are some helpful tips for using denture adhesive!

With proper prevention and early restorative care, your teeth should last a lifetime. As a result, the goal is always first and foremost to preserve your natural ones whenever possible. However, there are some circumstances, like extensive damage, when that’s no longer an option. In this case, there are some significant benefits of tooth extractions. Keep reading to learn what they are!

Do you need a tooth extraction due to overcrowding or damage? Naturally, you may feel a bit nervous. After all, it’s one of the most feared dental procedures. However, it’s important to note that this is largely due to the misinformation surrounding it. In short, the reputation is far worse than the procedure itself. Still hesitant? Keep reading to learn a few common myths about tooth extractions.

Halloween is almost here! Between the festive décor, scary movies, and terrifying costumes, you may think you’ve already seen all this spooky season has to offer. However, you haven’t really got a fright until you hear some of the latest dental statistics. Keep reading to learn what they are and some important oral health tips.

Did your dentist ask you about teeth clenching and grinding at your last checkup? This common habit is usually a nocturnal one, which is why it often flies under the radar for years. That is, however, until your teeth begin to show signs of excessive wear and tear. Fortunately, that’s where nightguards come in! This custom-made appliance can effectively protect your teeth as you sleep. However, after seeing the cost, you may be thinking of opting for an over-the-counter alternative instead. Here’s why you shouldn’t.

Whether you are missing one tooth or an entire arch, there is a reliable, durable, lifelike solution: dental implants. With their titanium posts and porcelain crowns, they seamlessly restore the entire tooth’s structure. Plus, this tooth-replacement option effectively preserves your jawbone and can last for 20+ years with proper care! Sound like the treatment you’ve been looking for? Then you may be curious about the cost of dental implants. While there is no all-encompassing answer, there are a few factors that play a role.

Nowadays, dentures are more comfortable, durable, and reliable than ever before! Dentures that are properly fitted shouldn’t need any extra support to stay in place or feel comfortable. However, many patients with this classic restoration enjoy having a little bit of added security provided by denture adhesives. But with so many types to choose from, it can be difficult determining which one is best for you! Read on as we break down what to look for when choosing the best adhesive for your unique smile.

From a young age, you’re taught the importance of brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and visiting your dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning. However, there are other smile-preserving best practices that patients often forget, like using products with fluoride. If you’ve heard about this naturally occurring mineral, but aren’t exactly sure what it is, then keep reading to learn more about the effects of fluoride on teeth!

Did you know that roughly 235 million people around the world struggle with asthma? So, if you frequently experience difficulty breathing, wheezing, coughing, and the tightening of your chest, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, however, that does mean you may be at a higher risk of developing dental problems, like gum disease. Keep reading to learn more about the link between asthma and oral health!