Waiting To Exhale… Sulfur: What’s Causing Your Bad Breath?

23 May 2023
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Occasional bad breath is manageable. It's easy to banish, and a stick of chewing gum or a mint ought to do it (which should be sugar-free, naturally). But what about chronic, persistent bad breath? You may have noticed it yourself, or (worse yet) someone else has mentioned it. This is not only a socially awkward and potentially embarrassing scenario—but it could be that your dental health needs some urgent attention.  Read More 

Do These Things Before Your Dental Implant Surgery

11 April 2023
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

If you are about to have dental implant surgery, you are probably excited and a bit nervous. Your dentist may have provided you with a list of things to do before you appear for your procedures. However, the below preparations may not have been on that list. Preparing for dental implant surgery is important to ensure a smooth and successful procedure. Here are some tips on how to prepare for dental implant surgery: Read More 

Why Do You Keep Tasting Blood?

6 March 2023
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

You don't have to be a vampire to be familiar with the taste of blood. Most people have bitten their tongues, cut their gums, or done something that released a little blood into their mouths. It's quickly swallowed, but the taste (salty, slightly metallic) is hard to forget. What does it mean when you keep tasting that distinctive blood flavor? Open Wounds An ongoing, slight, and delicate taste of blood is unlikely to be coming from a large open wound. Read More 

Effects And Solutions For Oral Problems Due To Antidepressants

26 January 2023
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Medications can affect your oral health in various ways. Below are some ways antidepressants can affect oral health and how you can deal with the effects.  Implant Failure Antidepressants have several complications and side effects that increase the risk of implant failure. Below are some of these side effects. Osteoporosis Antidepressants can trigger bone tissue loss, causing the bone to become brittle and fragile. The condition, which doctors call osteoporosis, increases the risk of implant failure by weakening the implant-bone integration. Read More 

How Do Porcelain Crowns Compare To Porcelain-Fused-To-Metal Crowns?

20 December 2022
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Are you interested in getting dental crowns to restore your damaged teeth? You might be wondering how porcelain crowns compare to porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns. Knowing the main differences between these two types of crowns will help you to choose the right type of crown for your teeth.  This article will explain the main differences between porcelain crowns and porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns. Porcelain crowns look better If you want to get dental crowns for your front teeth, then all-porcelain crowns are a better option, aesthetically, than porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns. Read More