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Austin woman attacked, left with tooth damage
A man who attacked a woman outside of Liberty Bar last May has been sentenced to 45 years in prison. The man was found guilty of aggravated robbery after punching the woman in the face and running off with her purse. His actions were captured by the bar’s surveillance camera. The 30-year-old man sneaked up […]
The Pros and Cons of Air Abrasion
The high-pitched, screeching sound of a dental drill can frighten or be irritating for dental patients of all ages. Fortunately, recent technology has developed an alternative method for cleaning teeth and treating tooth decay – air abrasion. Air abrasion is a virtually painless procedure in which a device blows a stream of small aluminum oxide particles on to the surface of […]
The Long-Term Effects of TMJ Disorders
If you experience pain, clicking, or discomfort in your jaw, it may be an indication of a temporomandibular joint disorder. This condition affects a large percentage of the population. Roughly 10 million Americans are said to suffer from TMJ disorders, yet, the number of people who get treatment for the symptoms is only a fraction […]
Good oral health can fight off pneumonia
A new study out of the Yale University School of Medicine supports claims by the Dental Health Foundation that poor oral health could lead to pneumonia. Researchers at Yale discovered bacterial changes in the mouth often precedes pneumonia, especially in older adults and young children. While more research will have to be done to examine […]
Why Are People Afraid of the Dentist?
While there are people who book dental procedures as recommended, others don’t even like the idea of seeing the dentist for routine checkups. Unfortunately, this causes them to develop serious oral complications that can actually be treated if given the right attention at the right time. Despite the continuous advancements offered in dental care, the […]
Why You Shouldn’t Smoke with Dental Implants
Many people believe dentures are the only option for replacing a missing tooth or full set of teeth, but there are alternatives. One of these alternatives is dental implants, which are surgically inserted into a patient’s mouth, giving him or her teeth that are both fully functional and aesthetically pleasing. Implants are meant to be permanent; however, they can […]
What You Need to Know about Invisalign
Invisalign is an alternative form of dental realignment that offers the same benefits and results as conventional metal braces, but in the form of clear and removable aligners. The aligners are formed to fit your teeth and gradually shift them into their proper place over time. Over a million patients across the country have used Invisalign […]
Dental chain closes abruptly, transfers patients
A dental chain, Allcare Dental and Dentures, closed abruptly in January and had to transfer all of their patients. There are a few exceptions, but most of the patients have been transferred after the dental company made deals with other dentists. Many patients have been transferred in Ohio and Massachusetts. A lawyer representing the New […]
More and more celebrities getting veneers
Veneers are a great way to improve and restore your teeth from future damage. Veneers are thin laminates that go over the teeth to give them a clean, healthy appearance. Even celebrities don’t have naturally beautiful teeth and nowadays tons of them are getting veneers. Celebrities like Denzel Washington, Miley Cyrus, Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Eva […]
All About Gingivectomy in Austin, TX
Dealing with gum disease, especially the advanced stage of the condition, is quite challenging. But in today’s time where the field of dentistry is continually flourishing, problems like the periodontal disease is no longer much of a concern. Different dental procedures emerged along with newer techniques, giving patients a positive experience in the dental chair. […]
