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Tooth Extraction vs. Root Canal Therapy
Did you know that ignoring a cavity could lead to damage in the center of your tooth? If this happens, there are only a few options you can consider, including tooth extraction or root canal therapy. Generally, we recommend saving your natural tooth whenever possible,...
The Facts About Dental Implants
Missing teeth can be embarrassing and affect your self esteem. Fortunately, there are several options you could consider using to address a missing tooth, and each dental restoration offers a number of benefits you should know about. Here is some basic information...
How You Can Address Bad Breath
Do you ever wonder what you can do to stop bad breath? Bad breath could be the result of a number of issues. There are a number of things you can do to keep your breath fresh. Of course, using mouthwash is one option you can consider, but did you know that if you use...
Are You a Candidate for Full Mouth Restoration?
Have you avoided going to your dentist for some time? Do you have chipped, cracked, or broken teeth? Are you worried about the health of your smile? If you are, or if you need extensive work, you may need to consider a full mouth reconstruction. Full mouth...
Get into Safe Daily Habits for Great Denture Care
Have you established safe daily habits for your denture care? The quicker you lay out a detailed plan and stick to it, the better off your oral health will be. Make notes if you hate to, or set alarms to remind you to do your denture care. Most importantly, stay in a...
A Healthy Smile is a Happy Smile
A healthy smile is a happy smile. The prouder you are of your smile, the more likely you are to practice safe and effective oral health care habits to maintain it. As long as your smile continues to shine bright, the greater the likelihood is that you a doing an...
Your Child’s Dental Anxiety: A Few Tips
Some kids love the dentist because of the attention they get and even seem to enjoy having their teeth cleaned. Some children are also excited by getting a new toothbrush or a toy after visiting the dentist. Conversely, many children won’t enjoy visiting their...
How Do You Treat TMJ Disorder?
Have you ever heard about temporomandibular joint disorder? This condition, often known as TMJ or TMJD, can lead to a number of serious, painful conditions. Fortunately, there are a number of things you could do to address this problem, and several things you can...
A Bad Habit of Chewing on Hard Objects Can Seriously Damage Your Teeth
Many people give into the bad habit of nibbling on foreign objects like pencils and pens. Biting your nails and chewing ice is also quite common. Here at Rai Family Dentistry, our team of dental professionals always warn our patients about the dangers of giving into...
Insights on Common Symptoms of Oral Cancer
The American Dental Association conducted research and found that one out of every 92 adults will develop some form of oral cancer at some point in their life. Even though the average age of onset is 62 years old, increased risk factors, such as a family history of...
A Newly Installed Bridge Still Requires Routine Care and Cleaning
While your new bridge, is composed of artificial materials that are not vulnerable to tooth decay, it will none-the-less require daily attention in your oral hygiene routine. The gum infection and bacterial presence of periodontal disease can still pose a very serious...
Identifying the Cause of Tooth Sensitivity
People suffering with tooth sensitivity, often complain of pain or a stinging sensation when consuming hot, cold, sweet or acidic things. Some people choose to avoid these foods, while others attempt to treat the problem with specially formulated toothpaste. In most...