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December 5, 2012

What are the Benefits of Dental Implants?

There are many benefits of dental implants. Below we’ve created a quick list of seven benefits and reasons to consider dental implants. 1. Implants are fixed and do not need to be removed after meals and at bedtime. 2. Implants feel like and are cared for like natural teeth. 3. Implants fit comfortably with every contour of the mouth, for a more…
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November 28, 2012

Mini Dental Implants vs. Regular Dental Implants: What’s the Difference?

Posted Wednesday, November 28th, 2012 | Filed under: brighter smile, Dental Implants, Oral Health, perfect smile | author: steiner Every day, almost since I graduated Dental School (over 41 years ago), I notice people with missing teeth. I lost one myself about a month ago and can’t quite understand how people can comfortably live with missing teeth. For myself, I am choosing to replace my tooth…
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November 10, 2012

How to Get a Hollywood Smile

People are always asking me what is the best way to improve the color, size or shape of their teeth.  I am often asked, “How do I get that Hollywood smile?”.  My answer,   “Veneers!”.  Veneers are a thin translucent coating made out of porcelain.  They are applied to the front of teeth to achieve the smile you want.  We can correct many…
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November 3, 2012

Is Tooth Whitening Safe?

People often ask me, “ Is tooth whitening safe?”  Yes.  Extensive research and clinical studies indicate that whitening teeth under the supervision of a dentist is safe.  In fact, many dentists consider whitening the safest cosmetic dental procedure available.  So, what is whitening?   Whitening is a process that lightens discolorations of the enamel and dentin.  There are many causes of discolorations.  The…
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October 27, 2012

What is TMJ or TMD?

“TMJ” stands for the Temporomandibular Joint in your jaw.  It is a very common term that most people have heard of to describe a variety of painful symptoms, but is really a very non-specific term.  It was once thought that the source of a lot of these ailments was from this jaw joint.  Today we have come to know that…
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August 15, 2012

Food is the “Best Medicine”

If you really want an eye-opener regarding the food industry, watch the movie “Food, Inc”. Other eye opening movies are “Forks over Knives” and “The Beautiful Truth” If you are overweight, or have Diabetes, take a look at “Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead”  Diabetes and dentistry is a passion of mine. Diabetes comes into play in everything from ” Mini…
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August 15, 2012

The Hidden Dangers of Sleep Apnea and Snoring

We all know what snoring is, but do you know what Sleep Apnea is? Apnea means to stop breathing. Sleep Apnea refers to a condition when you stop breathing during your sleep. This condition is a very serious health problem! Here at AFDPA we are sleep experts, Did you know that if you have Sleep Apnea and do not treat…
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