If you currently take your children to a pediatric dentist, you might wonder when you should switch to a family dentist. Pediatric dentists typically offer services to kids that are 18 years old and younger, but does this mean you should automatically make the switch when your kids reach the age of 18? Probably not. Instead, you may want to continue taking them there even after they reach this age, and there are several things to understand about this.
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Do you have concerns about your smile? Are you trying to decide whether porcelain veneers might be an option for your teeth? Veneers are a thin layer of porcelain that is placed over a tooth to give it a brand new appearance. While veneers can help solve many cosmetic issues, they aren't suitable for all problems. The following can help you decide whether veneers are the best option for you.
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The health and appearance of a person's smile is important no matter their age. Unfortunately, many people do not consider oral health a priority as they become older. Thankfully, help is available for senior citizens living with one or more conditions affecting their oral health. Here are a few common dental issues that affect senior citizens.
Tooth Decay/Gum Disease/Tooth Loss
Because dental care is so readily available and there are numerous innovations in dental technology today, the number of senior citizens experiencing partial or complete tooth loss has decreased since the 1970s.
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If you have most or all of your teeth missing, chances are you've considered getting dentures. These days, there are plenty of options to choose from, and one of them is implant-mounted dentures. If you've heard about implant-mounted dentures and aren't sure why there's a fuss over them or why the price is a bit higher, here's what you need to know.
Holds it in Place
Implant-mounted dentures are the solution you need to never have to deal with denture adhesive.
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Sleep is an important part of your overall health. When you don't get a good night's sleep, you'll be tired the next day, which can impact your work, hobbies, and relationships. You may get sick more easily, and it can even be dangerous to drive a car when you're overtired. You may not know that your dentist might be able to help you get a better night's sleep. Here are three steps to treat your sleep apnea.
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