Monthly Archives: June 2015

25

Jun

TOBACCO: BAD FOR YOUR HEALTH

Published: June 25, 2015

Tobacco use can increase your risk of oral health problems, including gingivitis, periodontal disease, dry mouth, and bad breath. These problems can easily become more serious with prolonged tobacco use, leading to oral cancer and tooth decay. If you are a tobacco user and you are concerned about your dental care near Naples, watch this helpful...

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23

Jun

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE DENTAL CROWN PROCEDURE

Published: June 23, 2015

Dental crowns are a small cap placed over the top of your tooth, and are used to repair a tooth that is damaged due to decay or trauma. Crowns can be made from a variety of materials, including ceramic, porcelain, metal, and resin. Each material has unique advantages and disadvantages. If you feel you need a dental crown near Naples, discuss the...

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18

Jun

DEXIS DIGITAL X-RAYS

Published: June 18, 2015

Improvements in dental technology offer many benefits to dental patients, including less time in the dentist office, less pain during procedures, and more accurate diagnoses and treatment options. Digital X-Rays are safer, more precise, and more efficient than traditional dental X-Rays. If you’re looking for a dentist in the Naples area, find...

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16

Jun

WHAT TO DO IF YOU CHIP A TOOTH

Published: June 16, 2015

A cosmetic dentist can repair a chipped or broken tooth quickly and easily, but it is important to visit your dentist as soon as possible to avoid further damage. If you or your child suffers an injury that results in a chipped or broken tooth, knowing what to do ahead of time can save you pain and money. If you have a chipped tooth, visit a...

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11

Jun

UP CLOSE WITH WISDOM TEETH

Published: June 11, 2015

Your wisdom teeth may need to be removed by an oral surgeon for a number of reasons. If your teeth are impacted, if your mouth isn’t big enough to accommodate more teeth, or if your wisdom teeth are coming in at the wrong angle, you may be in pain or at risk for infection if the teeth aren’t removed. If your wisdom teeth are causing you pain,...

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9

Jun

THE BASICS OF COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Published: June 9, 2015

Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the overall appearance of your teeth, mouth, and smile. Cosmetic dentists can whiten your teeth, straighten your teeth, and replace chipped or broken teeth with extremely natural looking prosthetics. With advances in dental technology, many cosmetic dentistry procedures are performed quickly and painlessly,...

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4

Jun

MEET DANA D. SILL, RDH

Published: June 4, 2015

Dana D. Sill has been a member of our exceptional dental team at Bayview Dental Arts since 1997. Dana was licensed to practice dental hygiene in 1991, and can practice in three states: Florida, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. She was educated at West Virginia University School of Dentistry, where she received a bachelor’s degree in dental...

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2

Jun

BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER A ROOT CANAL

Published: June 2, 2015

A root canal is used to save a tooth that has been badly damaged by decay or infection. Your dentist may recommend root canal therapy if your tooth’s nerve has become infected, or if the pulp of the tooth is damaged. If you are visiting a dentist in Naples for a root canal, read on for more information on what to expect before, during, and...

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