Help Me, Doctor: Loose Dentures

Loose Dentures

Loose dentures can be frustrating for denture wearers. Dentures are designed to fit properly to be stable and retentive, restoring oral functions like chewing and speaking and preserving and protecting oral structures like the gums and the underlying bone.  Loose dentures could lead to impaired oral functions and more serious consequences if not addressed promptly. In this article, we will…

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Dental Anesthesia: Types, Uses, and Risks

Dental Anesthesia

Dental anesthesia is a medical technique used by dentists to numb or reduce pain in the oral region during dental procedures. It typically involves the administration of local anesthetics, such as lidocaine, to block nerve impulses and temporarily desensitize the area being treated.  Dental anesthesia ensures a more comfortable experience for patients and allows dentists to perform necessary treatments without…

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Dental Veneers: Benefits, Procedure, Costs, and Results

Dental Veneers WebDMD

Have you seen those perfect and pearly white teeth on beauty queens, celebrities, and almost every influencer on social media?   Dental veneers can give you that picture-perfect smile you’ve been dreaming of. However, veneers are not only for aesthetics but also indicated for chipped, stained, discolored, or irregularly shaped teeth.  Your dental provider can best assess whether veneers are suitable…

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