Tooth loss doesn’t have to occur as we age. When adults lose a tooth, it’s usually from knocking it out or having poor oral health. There are a variety of oral health conditions that can lead to tooth loss. Dental caries, or cavities, and gum disease are the most common. When … [Read more...]
Cost Considerations | Restorations and Dentures for Older Adults
Considering the cost of dentures, restorative care, and dental care for older adults? You’re in the right place! Dental care costs for adults over 65 depend mainly on two things: your oral health and the type of dental coverage that individuals have. Today, dentists … [Read more...]
Restorative Care vs Dentures | Impact of Dentures on Health
Tooth loss used to be inevitable. Advances in technology and dental care allow us to keep our teeth longer than our ancestors ever did, while longer-lasting, natural teeth means more risk for tooth decay. Dental caries or cavities is the leading cause of tooth loss in the United … [Read more...]
Saved by a Straw: Oral Health Benefits of Drinking Through a Straw
Straws have become villainized in the fight against non-reusable plastics. Plastic straws make up about 7% of plastic product waste found in the US, and they’ve been a recent topic for state legislatures. Both businesses and cities are urging consumers to ditch plastic straws. … [Read more...]
The Health Sign that gets Overlooked too Often
Oral health is all around us and it’s more than just a pretty smile. It is our connection to a provider that not only cares for our gums and teeth but can also look into our mouth and tell when we have other health issues in our body. As children learn to form sounds and … [Read more...]