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When Your Body Attacks Your Teeth: Combating Autoimmune Dental Problems

One of the things I wasn't prepared for when diagnosed with an autoimmune disease was how that condition would affect my teeth. I've always had strong, healthy teeth throughout my entire life. Within a few years of my autoimmune conditions developing, I began to struggle heavily with tooth decay, gum inflammation, and other problems. I had no idea the antibodies in my system could attack my teeth too. After working with my dentist, I found ways to help slow the progression and protect my teeth. I hope that the information I share here helps others to protect and strengthen their teeth against the havoc from autoimmune conditions.

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Can You Whiten Porcelain Crowns?

Posted on October 26, 2017

When dental work was invented it allowed for people to have better looking smiles. When the invention of the whitening treatment came along, everyone wanted their smile to be whiter and brighter. However, whitening treatments and dental work are hard to mix together. Crowns especially are notoriously difficult to whiten, but if you want a whiter smile, and have crowns, there's still hope.   Surface Stains Porcelain crowns are incredibly stain resistant. [Read More]

Dental Implants And Sinus Issues: How To Avoid Complications

Posted on September 27, 2017

Have you lost a tooth? Are you considering dental implants but are worried about your sinuses? There is a way out. The upper back teeth are located very close to the maxillary sinus. The loss of a tooth leads to bone loss around the area of the tooth. In case dental implants are fitted in this area, they are likely to poke through into the sinus cavity, just above the tooth, causing sinus infections. [Read More]

4 Benefits Of Porcelain Veneers

Posted on August 2, 2017

Having a smile that you're proud of is sure to be one thing you will want to do. This may take some effort on your part if you don't have the teeth you want. Millions of people rely on porcelain veneers these days to help achieve a better smile. This may be something you're interested in doing and being aware of some benefits of getting porcelain veneers may just be the motivation you need to get started. [Read More]

Help Your Teen Wear A Retainer: Ideas For Parents

Posted on July 18, 2017

When you experience the free feeling that comes after your braces are removed, it can be tempting for teens to skip wearing their retainers as the dentist recommends. However, wearing a retainer has just as much of an effect on the overall look of your teen's smile as the braces did. If your teen is struggling with the temptation to abandon wearing their retainer, here are some idea that can help you convince them to stick with it: [Read More]