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  • Welcome
  • About Us
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    • Cosmetic
      • Cosmetic Dentistry
      • Veneers
      • Whitening
      • ZOOM!
      • Bonding
      • Inlays and Onlays
    • Endodontics
      • Root Canal
      • Retreatment
    • Restorative
      • Bridges
      • Crowns
      • Dentures
      • Bonding
    • Pediatric
      • Sealants
      • Mouth Guards
    • Periodontic
      • Arestin
      • Biopsy
      • Bone Grafting
      • Ridge Augmentation
      • Sinus Augmentation
      • Canine Exposure
      • Crown Lengthening
      • Gum Grafting
      • Occlusal Adjustment
      • Periodontal Splinting
      • Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery
      • Periodontal (gum) disease
      • Scaling and Root Planing
      • Soft Tissue Graft
    • Oral Surgery
      • Wisdom Teeth
      • Extractions
      • Extraction Site Preservation
      • Bone Grafting
      • Facial Trauma
    • Orthodontic
      • Invisalign
      • Clear Braces
      • Night Guards
      • TMJ
  • Our Technology
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  • Fillings

    Frequently asked questions: dental fillings Are dental amalgams safe? Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to amalgam? Is it true that dental amalgams have been banned in other countries? Is there a filling material that matches tooth color? If my tooth doesn't hurt and my filling is still in

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  • Introduction

    Does mercury in the silver fillings in your mouth pose any long-term health risks? Does fluoride, in spite of everything we've been told since childhood, actually cause more harm than good? What does the latest research reveal about tobacco use on your overall oral health? This section is dedicated

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  • Oral Piercing

    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

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  • Infection Control

    Standards and Best Practice With all of the increased media attention on infection outbreaks such as AIDS and multi-drug resistant strains of viruses, it's no wonder people have heightened concerns about infection control during a medical procedure. Gloves, gowns and masks are required to be worn

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  • Medication and Heart Disease

    Certain kinds of medications can have an adverse effect on your teeth. Long ago, children exposed to tetracycline developed tooth problems, including discoloration, later in life. The medication fell out of use, however, and is not an issue today. The best precaution is to ask your family physician

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  • Tobacco

    Dentistry health care that works: tobacco The American Dental Association has long been a leader in the battle against tobacco-related disease, working to educate the public about the dangers inherent in tobacco use and encouraging dentists to help their patients break the cycle of addiction. The Association

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  • The Preventive Program

    Both natural teeth and teeth with restorations survive best in an oral environment that is clean and where the intake of harmful foods is controlled. Our program is designed to help prevent new cavities, preserve teeth that have been restored and manage periodontal disease. At the initial visit oral

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  • Latex Allergy

    Naturally occurring latex has been linked in recent years to allergic reactions in people who use such products as latex gloves. The proteins in the latex, which can also become airborne, can cause problems in vulnerable people such as breathing problems and contact dermatitis. Some allergic reactions,

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  • General Dentistry

    The first line of defense against oral health problems In general dentistry, the dentist is the primary care provider for patients of all ages and is responsible for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of conditions, disorders and diseases affecting the teeth, gums and maxillofacial

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  • Fluoride

    For decades, fluoride has been held in high regard by the dental community as an important mineral that strengthens tooth enamel, which thereby helps to prevent decay of tooth structures. Water fluoridation is endorsed by nearly every major health and safety-related organization in the world. Communities

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  • Age and Oral Health

      Oral changes with age Is tooth loss inevitable in your later years? How much should adults be concerned about cavities? Here you will find helpful answers to some frequently asked questions about oral health questions you may have as you get older. National survey reveals baby boomers miss

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