Patient Education

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Amalgams: Why Not?

There's some debate in the dental profession regarding the pros and cons of using silver mercury fillings, or dental amalgams, to fill cavities. At our office, we exclusively use composite resins for several reasons.

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Breakthrough Treatment for Bruxism

Sometimes chronic stress or high-pressure situations can cause people to develop a damaging habit known as bruxism, or unconsciously clenching or grinding their teeth with too much force at non-mealtimes.

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Composite Resins: Strengthen Your Smile

If you're embarrassed about your smile because of decayed, disfigured, or discolored teeth, you may be a good candidate for composite resins.

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Gum Disease: Serious But Stoppable

Although gum disease is terribly pervasive, it's also preventable. Conservative estimates report that up to 80% of people unknowingly have some amount of chronic gum disease.

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Veneers/Laminates

Porcelain veneers or laminates can often provide people who have chipped, stained, discolored, unevenly spaced, or even slightly crooked front teeth with a completely new-looking smile in just a few simple appointments.

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