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Our team of dental specialists and team strive to improve the overall health of our patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing and treating conditions associated with your teeth and gums. Please use our dental library to learn more about dental problems and treatments available. If you have questions or need to schedule an appointment, contact us.
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Oral Health Topics:
1. Introduction
2. General Dentistry
3. Fluoride
4. The Preventive Program
5. Fillings
6. Infection Control
7. Medication and Heart Disease
8. Latex Allergy
9. Age and Oral Health
10. Tobacco
11. Oral Piercing
Tooth Care:
1. Periodontal Exams
2. What is Tooth Decay?
3. Brushing
4. Flossing
5. Fluoride Facts
6. Mouth Rinses
7. Sealants
8. X-Rays
9. Denture Care
10. Emergency Care
11. Prevention Tips for Children
12. Women and Tooth Care
13. Seniors and Oral Health
14. Nutrition and Your Teeth
Dental Problems:
1. Abscessed Tooth
2. Bad Breath (halitosis)
3. Bulimia Nervosa
4. Canker/Cold Sores
5. Cavities and Tooth Decay
6. Toothaches
7. Diabetes
8. Dry Mouth
9. Fluorosis
10. Gum Disease (Gingivitis)
11. Impacted/Wisdom Teeth
12. Lacerations and Cuts
13. Oral Cancer
14. Plaque
15. Sensitive Teeth
16. Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)
17. Jaw Disorders
Treatment:
1. Braces (Orthodontia)
2. Sealants
3. Missing Teeth
4. Bridges
5. Crowns
6. Root Canal Therapy
7. Extractions
8. Scaling and Root Planing
9. Flap Surgery
10. Dentures
11. Jaw/TMJMaxillofacial Surgery
Cosmetic Dentistry:
1. Veneers
2. Teeth Whitening
3. Bleaching
4. Chipped, Cracked, and Worn Teeth
5. Implants
6. Grafts
7. Old and Unsightly Fillings
8. Bonding
9. Excessive or Uneven Gums
10. Ridge Augmentation
11. Invisalign ®
12. Crowns and Bridges
Pain Management:
1. Overview
2. Managing Pain
3. Anesthesia
4. Air Abrasion
5. Medications
Patient Information:
1. Your First Dental Visit
2. Dental Emergencies
3. Your Rights as a Patient
Product Reviews:
1. Oral Health Products
2. Choosing a Toothbrush
3. Types of Floss
4. Water Picks
5. Mouth Guards
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Oral piercings (usually in the tongue or around the lips) have quickly become a popular trend in today’s society. With this popular trend, it is important to realize that sometimes even precautions taken during the installation of the piercing jewelry are not enough to stave off harmful, long-term consequences such as cracked or chipped teeth, swelling, problems with swallowing and taste, and scars. There is also a possibility of choking on a piece of dislodged jewelry, which makes it important to ask if the risks are warranted.
One of the most serious long-term health problems that may occur from oral piercings come in the form of damage to the soft tissues such as the cheeks, gums and palate, as well as opportunistic infections. When performed in an unsterile environment, any kind of body piercing may also put you at risk of contracting deadly infectious diseases such as HIV and hepatitis.
A tongue piercing is a common form of body piercing. However, tongue piercings have been known to cause blocked airways (from a swollen tongue). In some cases, a tongue piercing can cause uncontrolled bleeding.